Manufacturing
Like running a machine or a business, manufacturer marketing involves many moving parts. We help our clients in the manufacturing industry streamline this process to build awareness, generate sales and grow ROI.
How we help our manufacturing clients every day:
- Work with you to define your sales and marketing goals and perform the work necessary to achieve and exceed them.
- Proud contract supporter for IRAP / CMC program
- Innovate or enhance brands to best communicate what makes your business better than the rest
- Drill down to the best target audiences, mediums and messaging to ensure your tactics work with maximum impact and efficiency
- Build websites to showcase your product and services, generate new leads and drive conversion
- Proud Supporters of Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada
Who we’ve helped
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Securing construction work is often a reactive process—wait for projects to go to tender, prepare your proposal, and submit your bid. But while tenders are essential, relying on them too much can create instability, as revenue streams become unpredictable and businesses are pressured to cut margins and compete on price. With a strategic marketing approach, construction firms can attract direct clients and secure long-term partnerships outside the competitive tendering process.
Build Relationships Early
The most successful construction firms don’t just bid on projects—they position themselves as the preferred choice long ahead of time. Building relationships with developers, architects, and decision-makers early in the project lifecycle is essential.
Industry events and association memberships (such as the Winnipeg Construction Association) are valuable ways to network and connect. Here, you may learn about projects before they go public, leading to direct invitations or even negotiated contracts.
Take Care of Your Digital Presence
You don’t want potential clients to land on a website or an account that looks neglected, outdated, or unprofessional any more than you want them to see a mess on the job site. A well-maintained digital presence signals pride in your work, commitment to quality, and a professional operation.
A strong website should clearly communicate your company’s expertise, showcase successful projects, and include testimonials from satisfied clients. Highlight past work, certifications, and safety standards to build credibility and differentiate yourself from the competition.
Beyond the website, content marketing—through blog posts, LinkedIn articles, and project showcases—goes a long way to help position your company as an industry leader. Share insights on industry best practices, emerging trends, or sustainability efforts to attract clients looking for experienced partners.
Paid digital advertising is also an effective tool. Google Ads targeting key construction-related searches or LinkedIn Ads aimed at project managers and procurement teams can generate direct business opportunities outside the tendering process.
Become a Preferred Vendor
Many organizations, including large corporations, municipalities, and institutional clients, establish preferred vendor lists or master service agreements with contractors they trust. Securing an agreement or a spot on one of these lists will ensure direct work—saving you time and giving you stability.
Marketing plays a key role in doing this successfully. Consistently communicating expertise and maintaining a strong industry presence will increase your likelihood of being considered for these opportunities.
Conclusion
Tenders will always be part of the construction industry, but they don’t have to be the only path to securing projects. By investing in marketing strategies that prioritize relationships and presence, you can build a stronger future.
Not sure where to start? 6P Marketing can help move your business forward. Call us at 204-480-6891 or send an email to ben@6pmarketing.com to set up a free consultation.
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