KiddeFenwal Inc. is a global market leader in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. The company’s proprietary, fully certified solutions save lives, protect property and minimize business interruptions.
Headquartered in Ashland, Massachusetts, KiddeFenwal operates in the US, UK and India under the Kidde Fire Systems, Kidde Fire Protection and Fenwal Controls brands. These brands serve diverse end markets, including industrial, commercial, marine and OEM gas ignition and temperature control.
Industry: Appliances, Electrical and Electronics Manufacturing
Countries of Operation: US, UK and India
Regions with GoGlobal: North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East
The Need: Seamless Hiring and Transitions Across Borders
As part of a larger corporate carve-out, KiddeFenwal inherited employees dispersed across several countries. Disintegrated from its previous parent, the company had yet to build local presence or infrastructure.
Transitioning these employees to their own organization presented a complex challenge involving benefit and employment gap analyses, visa transfers and extensive consultation to meet employee needs.
KiddeFenwal needed a trusted partner to guide this intricate process, prioritizing compliance, smooth onboarding and employee retention—all on a strict timeline.
Why GoGlobal?
KiddeFenwal chose GoGlobal for their unmatched expertise in complex employee transitions. Key factors influencing this decision included:
- Expertise in Workforce Transformations: GoGlobal’s proven ability to manage intricate employee transitions reassured KiddeFenwal of a seamless process.
- Dedicated Project and Account Management: From day one, GoGlobal provided KiddeFenwal with a single point of contact for guidance, updates and issue resolution.
- Compliance-Driven Local Knowledge: GoGlobal provided a detailed gap analysis for benefits and employment terms. These insights enabled KiddeFenwal to bridge gaps and retain their global workforce effectively.
- Practical Recommendations: GoGlobal’s expert, tailored advice empowered KiddeFenwal to make fast, informed decisions – keeping the project on track.
The Solution: Partnering for Success
GoGlobal took the lead in managing the end-to-end employee transition, offering:
- Comprehensive Project Planning: A detailed roadmap aligned all stakeholders throughout the process, including the buyer and seller’s legal and HR teams.
- Employee-Centric Approach: GoGlobal provided actionable guidance to address employee needs, carving out a path to smooth transitions and satisfaction.
- Visa Transfer Management: Timely visa processing facilitated seamless relocations.
- Flawless Onboarding: Every employee was onboarded through GoGlobal’s proven Employer of Record (EOR) solution. This contributed to 100% retention and allowed for strict transaction deadlines to be met.
Results: A Global Transformation with Fast, Strong Impact
Partnering with GoGlobal resulted in significant business outcomes for KiddeFenwal:
- 100% Employee Retention: All 14 employees were retained post-transition, reflecting GoGlobal’s people-centric approach.
- Operational Efficiency: The transition met all deadlines, enabling uninterrupted global operations.
- Enhanced Agility: By leveraging GoGlobal’s EOR solution, KiddeFenwal avoided the costly and time-intensive process of establishing local entities. This allowed them to focus on core business priorities.
- Optimized Payroll Management: With GoGlobal’s BlueOcean platform, KiddeFenwal streamlined payroll processing across a globally distributed workforce. The result was enhanced accuracy and efficiency.
- Confidence in Compliance: GoGlobal’s local expertise mitigated regulatory risks, ensuring KiddeFenwal’s operations were compliant from day one.
“GoGlobal guided us through the complexities of transitioning employees across nine countries. Their ability to provide a tailored solution, maintain compliance and deliver results within strict deadlines was invaluable. We consider GoGlobal a strategic partner for our global growth plans.” — Alan Nasuti, Human Resources, KiddeFenwal
Looking Forward to Continued Expansion
With GoGlobal’s support, KiddeFenwal is poised for continued expansion into new markets. Their confidence in GoGlobal’s expertise and local knowledge means they can swiftly react to global market demands – without the constraints of establishing legal entities.
As KiddeFenwal grows, they plan to leverage GoGlobal’s comprehensive services and single-point-of-contact model. This will help them maintain compliance, streamline operations and drive international success.
Key Takeaways for Global Talent Management
- Trust Local Experts: Partnering with a provider like GoGlobal enables compliance and mitigates risks during complex transitions, including M&A carve-out deals.
- Focus on Employees: Prioritizing employee needs during transitions fosters retention and satisfaction.
- Agility is Key: Leveraging EOR services facilitates rapid market entry without the need for local entities.
- Efficiency Drives Success: A unified platform, like GoGlobal’s BlueOcean, simplifies payroll and workforce management across multiple jurisdictions.
Start here. Expand anywhere. With GoGlobal, KiddeFenwal continues to build its legacy of innovation and safety on a global scale.
Contact us to find out how GoGlobal’s EOR and cross-border solutions can help you navigate complex international markets and grow with confidence.
