Dan Kegg, Owner of Horizon Systems - Kenosha, WI, standing next to his raw material inventory.  Look how lean Horizon runs their raw material inventory.  They buy what they need and resist the temptation to accumulate run offs and excess inventory, not only does it keep the operation lean and mean but it communicates organization, professionalism and focus to any visitor to his plant.

Every box is securely taped and well marked with the customer’s documentation, and all labels are placed in exactly the same spot on every box.  Dan explained to me, "We’re a job shop, but we do what everyone else doesn’t want to."  In the "who we are" section of the Horizon brochure it says "we strive to develop a working relationship with each customer to insure we meet their requirements and needs. "Because Dan’s vision is to be different and better, this special care in shipping is an illustration of how deep that philosophy is embraced at Horizon.  They machine all kinds of material but specialize in the tough stuff like titanium, Hastalloy and the exotic stainless steels.

Dan sums up the essence of Horizon Systems: "I would rather make one piece for $1,000 than a 1,000 pieces for $1.00."  Dan is focused on machining world class parts and then taking it to the next level by adding significant customer value.  By assembling these machined parts for his customers he has positioned Horizon Systems to differentiate themselves to not only survive, but grow in these difficult times.