Company Description – DESCH Canada Ltd. is an industrial manufacturing company known for its commitment to delivering high-quality products and complete system solutions along the entire drive train. DESCH Canada Ltd. has established itself as a trusted name in various industries such as construction, press manufacturing, oil, and gas and most recently the renewable energy industry. The company designs, manufactures and supports products such as industrial gearboxes, power take off clutches, and clutch brake combinations. To complement its product line, DESCH Canada Ltd. offers 24/7 customer support, repair, and service capabilities 

Project Description – Through the Digital Modernization Adoption Plan (DMAP), DESCH Canada Ltd. identified digital gaps in its existing IT infrastructure and security systems. DESCH uses a wide variety of applications in its business that allow for inter-corporate communications, customer interfacing, product development, and day-to-day operations. The company is currently challenged with security concerns and issues in document control in these applications leading to inefficiencies and operational downtimes. With DCC’s support, DESCH is upgrading its IT infrastructure and security systems by partnering with an IT service provider. In an increasingly digitalized business landscape, ensuring enhanced process optimization and protection is paramount for maintaining a competitive edge and fostering customer trust. Through this strategic initiative, the company aims to build a resilient foundation for sustained growth, risk mitigation and innovation in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. 

Project Impact & Potential Outcomes – As a result of DCC’s support, DESCH has already significantly strengthened its cybersecurity, successfully safeguarded operations, intellectual property, and customer trust, while achieving a 7.15% increase in revenue with the acquisition of 47 new clients in Canada and internationally. The company is now able to protect $81 million in annual revenue from a key oil and gas client, which represents 90% of its current sales.  
 
It is also worth noting that the increase in sales has had a positive impact on DESCH’s Ontario-based vendors, helping strengthen their businesses. While the company initially forecasted $2.5 million in sales revenue to local suppliers, its contribution to the regional economy has exceeded expectations, now reaching $6.8 million. Building on this success, DESCH Canada is now exploring expansion opportunities, originally valued at $3 million. The company has since revised this projection to $10 million over 5 years, which will include an additional 15,000 square feet of space, the creation of approximately 20 new jobs, and the acquisition of new machinery to serve both emerging and established markets.