CIL Awarded Investors in People

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Custom Interconnect Ltd (CIL), a leading provider of Outsourced Semiconductor Packaging and Test (OSAT), EMS and full product build solutions, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the highly respected Investors in People (IIP) Accreditation, recognising the company's commitment to supporting, developing, and empowering its employees.

The accreditation is an internationally recognised benchmark for people management excellence and is awarded to organisations that demonstrate outstanding leadership, employee engagement, workplace culture, and continuous improvement. Achieving Investors in People status reflects CIL’s dedication to creating an environment where employees can thrive, contribute, and grow alongside the business.

The award follows a comprehensive independent assessment process that evaluated the company’s leadership practices, employee development initiatives, communication strategies, and overall workplace culture. The assessment highlighted the strong commitment shown by Custom Interconnect Ltd to investing in its people and fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

For Custom Interconnect Ltd, the achievement represents an important milestone in its ongoing journey to build a high-performing organisation that places people at the heart of its success.

“Receiving Investors in People accreditation is a tremendous achievement for our entire team,” said John Boston Managing Director at Custom Interconnect Ltd. “Our employees are the foundation of everything we do. This recognition validates the effort we have invested in creating a positive, supportive, and engaging workplace where every individual has the opportunity to develop their skills, contribute ideas, and reach their full potential.”

As a business operating in highly technical and quality-driven industries, Custom Interconnect Ltd understands that its ability to deliver exceptional products and services depends on the expertise, dedication, and commitment of its workforce. The company has consistently invested in employee training, professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and leadership programmes designed to enhance both individual and organisational performance.

The Investors in People assessment recognised several key strengths within the organisation, including strong leadership, clear communication, employee involvement in decision-making, and a culture that encourages continuous learning and improvement. Employees reported feeling valued, supported, and connected to the company’s goals, reflecting the positive culture that has been carefully cultivated across the business.

The accreditation also reinforces CIL’s commitment to attracting and retaining top talent in a competitive manufacturing and engineering landscape. By prioritising employee development and engagement, the company aims to ensure that it remains an employer of choice while continuing to deliver outstanding service and innovative solutions to customers across a wide range of sectors.

“Achieving Investors in People accreditation is not simply about receiving an award; it is about demonstrating that our people strategy is aligned with our business strategy,” added Jon Burgess General Manager. “We believe that when employees feel supported and empowered, they perform at their best. That directly benefits our customers, strengthens our partnerships, and drives sustainable growth for the business.”

Investors in People has been helping organisations improve performance through people management for more than 30 years. Its framework provides a robust standard against which organisations can measure and improve how they lead, support, and develop their employees. Businesses that achieve accreditation are recognised for creating workplaces where people are engaged, motivated, and equipped to succeed.

For Custom Interconnect Ltd, the accreditation marks both an achievement and a commitment to future progress. The company intends to build on the feedback received during the assessment process and continue enhancing its people-focused initiatives, ensuring that employee development remains central to its long-term strategy.

Over recent years, Custom Interconnect Ltd has experienced continued growth, driven by its reputation for quality, reliability, and technical expertise. The company serves customers across a range of industries, providing bespoke OSAT / EMS solutions that meet the highest standards of performance and compliance. This success has been made possible by the dedication and expertise of its workforce, making the Investors in People accreditation particularly meaningful.

The company would like to thank all employees for their contribution to achieving this recognition. Their commitment, professionalism, and collaborative spirit played a vital role in securing the accreditation and will continue to be instrumental in the company’s future success.

As Custom Interconnect Ltd looks ahead, the business remains focused on maintaining a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. The Investors in People accreditation serves as a powerful endorsement of the company’s values and its belief that investing in people is essential to achieving sustainable business success.