Managing workwear—whether independently or with the wrong supplier—often brings hidden costs, admin headaches, and operational risk. CWS Workwear’s end-to-end model unlocks true value: predictable costs, fewer disruptions, and the freedom to focus on growth.
Many companies attempt to manage workwear on their own—or have worked with providers that offered “good financial conditions” but failed on delivery, quality, or reliability. One client put it simply: “The clothing did not look aesthetically pleasing, was heavily worn and its repairs were unsatisfactory. We also had problems with timely deliveries, as well as with shortages of clothes returning after washing. Therefore, despite offering good financial conditions, we decided to start cooperation with CWS Workwear.
Remember that failure to return washed clothes means downtime in production, or the need to buy clothing ad hoc.”
These headaches translate directly to lost productivity, unplanned spending, and distracted teams. Across industries, we’ve seen that whether managing workwear independently or dealing with an unreliable supplier, the true costs are often far higher than they first appear.
This is where real value makes the difference. A strong workwear partner helps you regain control and focus—eliminating daily pain points and letting you concentrate on your core business.
What we’ve observed over 125 years as a market leader is clear: companies might be tempted by the “do-it-yourself” approach, or may have experienced suppliers who lacked transparency and reliability. In reality, research shows 72% of European businesses are now outsourcing non-core functions to control costs and reduce operational complexity*—seeking real value, not just a low entry price.
*Source: Deloitte EMEA Outsourcing Survey 2023
CWS Workwear’s service addresses every one of these pain points, turning potential risk into visible value:
A leading European stainless steel manufacturer faced all of these challenges. Before working with CWS Workwear, they managed workwear both in-house and with another supplier, and regularly found themselves reacting to missing, worn-out, or late-returned uniforms. Production would slow down, emergency purchases were sometimes necessary, and managers lost valuable time handling complaints and chasing inventory.
CWS Workwear took care of such pains via reliably well-maintained uniforms, tracked digitally and always visible via a user-friendly web portal. Managers could finally focus on operational improvements, while procurement gained confidence in both cost and compliance. This is just one of hundreds of stories where a partnership with us has unlocked working capital, simplified admin, and strengthened our clients’ ability to grow.
And while operational perfection does not exist, we at CWS Workwear are committed to consistently supporting our clients for the long term—with the muscle of a big company and the care of a local provider.
When workwear management becomes predictable, efficient, and transparent, your teams are free to focus on their real priorities—and your business can grow with confidence.
For smart companies, true value is what you get back: less admin, less risk, and more energy for what matters most. That’s the CWS Workwear difference.
