Efficient workflows and increased quality at Hultdins

In Malå in the hinterland of Västerbotten is the company Hultdins, a global player that develops and manufactures accessories for the forest industry. With the help of AM System, they have created better structure and efficiency in their operations.

From document control and deviation management to work environment and contract management, the system supports the company's high quality requirements and helps to strengthen both work processes and employee experience.

Hultdins specializes in robust and innovative grippers and dampers, characterized by their precision and high quality. With dealers and major OEMs as customers, Hultdins has taken a clear position in the global forest industry supply chain.

Here, Quality Manager Leif Engberg explains how Hultdins uses the AM System to drive continuous improvement and meet the demands of the future.

- We are proud of our long tradition of delivering high-quality products to our customers, who in turn build and develop forest machines for markets around the world, says Leif Engberg.

Bringing experience to Hultdins

When Leif started as Quality Manager at Hultdins about six years ago, AM System was already in place and he became an important part of the work to optimize the company's use of the platform. Leif had previously worked in Atlas Copco's quality department, and had experience in quality management and process improvement. At Hultdins, he has used this expertise to raise the level of the company's internal processes and streamline work with the help of AM System

"The system helps us to stay organized, to ensure that nothing falls through the cracks and to give our employees the right tools to succeed"

- My experience has given me a good understanding of the importance of structure and traceability, especially in our industry. AM System is an invaluable support in building and maintaining these, Leif says and continues;

- The system helps us to stay organized, to ensure that nothing falls through the cracks and to give our employees the right tools to succeed.

The platform gives employees the right tools

At Hultdins, the flexibility of AM Systems is particularly appreciated and the platform is used to cover a wide range of needs and work areas. These include:

1. document management

All the company's procedures, instructions and processes are now up-to-date and easily accessible to all employees. Through AM Systems version management, Hultdins can ensure that the correct version of each document is used, eliminating uncertainty and mistakes.

- Having a central location for all documentation creates a sense of security and makes it easy to keep the information updated and relevant, Leif explains.

2. Visualization and navigation

One of the most appreciated features of the AM System is the ability to create start pages and use a layout format that guides users to the right information. This has simplified navigation for employees and made it easier to follow company processes.

- The visualization helps us to clearly describe our workflows and ensure that everyone knows how to find the information they need," says Leif.

3. deviation management

Hultdins has centralized its management of deviations and uses AM System to track and analyze them. This enables faster action and a more efficient process that helps prevent recurring problems.

- By tracking deviations, we can not only solve problems faster, but also identify patterns and take proactive measures, explains Leif.

4. incident management and health and safety

AM System is also used to support the systematic work environment management. Risk assessments and annual employee surveys are handled directly in AM System, helping Hultdins to create a safe and secure workplace.

- Being able to document and follow up on incidents and work environment issues in a structured way is crucial for us. It strengthens both safety and employee confidence," says Leif.

5. quality controls and internal audits

AM System has also become an invaluable tool for conducting quality controls and internal audits. The system ensures that follow-up is done in a structured way and makes it easy to identify areas for improvement.

- Internal audits have become both easier and more efficient with AM System. We can follow up our goals and identify improvements in a way that allows us to constantly develop, says Leif.

6. contract management

Hultdins uses AM System to keep track of all contracts. By gathering the agreements in a case flow, the company can easily see agreements, follow up dates and receive reminders of important deadlines.

- With the agreements gathered, we have full control and can ensure that nothing is forgotten, says Leif.

7. leave application

By building a case flow for leave applications, Hultdins has simplified that process too. Employees can easily submit their requests and have them answered directly in the platform, reducing administration and making it smoother for all parties.

- This is a feature that is appreciated by both employees and managers. It saves time and makes everything clearer," explains Leif.

A long-term investment that provides structure and efficiency at all levels

Leif describes a noticeable difference in the way they work thanks to AM Systems' platform and that they want to continue exploring new features that can contribute to further improvements.

"This is a solution that not only helps us today but also prepares us for the future."

- In addition to streamlining our processes, AM System has also helped us deliver better value to our customers. This is a solution that not only helps us today, but also prepares us for the future," concludes Leif Engberg.