4Ward Solutions Group

Expert Modular Building Construction Component and LBM Consulting

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4Ward Solutions Group Is Your Commercial Building Construction Partner & Consultant

4Ward Solutions Group is the only team with progressive experience in all areas of buildings: component, modular, lumber, millwork, building product distribution, bill of materials (BOM), building information modeling (BIM), resource planning, purchase order management and more! Our knowledge of modular panelized building construction, light gauge steel and wood truss technology is unmatched. Our expertise includes ownership of several manufacturing companies. Key industry construction experience and operational knowledge are essential in providing organic growth for companies, whether in sales or operations; but most important in increasing profits.

 

We are roll-up-our-sleeves operations management consultants. We are great in the classroom, BUT we prefer to get in there and work side-by-side with your construction team.  We work well whether it's in the front office, back office or right out on the production floor.

 

We will be there for you ever step of the way, including before, during and after the building project.  Our assistance includes both providing recommendations and assisting you with implementation.

 

We transfer our knowledge. We train your employees. We make sure that your results are sustainable.  After 30 years of experience we know that is the only way to empower performance.

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Modular Building Construction Consulting & Services

Wood may be in our blood, but we serve several different industries.

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Lean Manufacturing

We provide Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, BIM, analysis and training so your construction operation can succeed.

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Labor Services

4Ward provides true labor initiatives that solve labor problems companies are struggling with. We can analyze existing labor pools and much more. 

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Coach/Mentoring

We provide "Boots on the Ground" training to your team, in the office, plant, yard or out in the field.  We are experts in training managers and supervisors.

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Other Business Services

We provide expertise for new businesses, product development, business expansions, business turnaround and much more.

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Business Analytics

We help you understand KPI's and other business analysis to help you make solid decisions. Get the information and metrics you need.

Lean Manufacturing

CFO & Accounting Services

Access to talented financial professionals, including CFO's, Controllers, Senior Accountants & Bookkeepers. Interim or permanent.

Modular & Panelized Building Construction Consulting Testimonials

Cheryl Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, NVO Construction

NVO Construction began building out our 75,000 SF structural component factory in early 2021. We were new to the manufacturing process and, while we wanted to implement new ideas and methods, we also needed guidance and exposure to industry best practices. We were very fortunate to engage the 4Ward Consulting Team to guide us on this journey. With their guidance and support, we have built a very talented team at NVO and we have done it quickly and adeptly, while sidestepping the errors and mishaps so common when starting a new enterprise. For me, as NVO's CEO, Ben's hands-on and personal support has been invaluable. He has not only helped me but he has made sure that each member of his team, including Owen Eldridge, Roger Wagner, Keith Dewing, Allen Washburn and Wyatt Stroder, have been trusted advisors, mentors and connectors to every member of our leadership team. 4Ward team members have worked side-by-side with us, sharing their industry knowledge and teaching our employees tricks of the trade that would take us years to learn on our own, all the while honoring our desire to think outside the box and cheering us on as we create our own culture, vision and methods. On behalf of the entire NVO team, thank you, Ben and the 4Ward Consulting!

Brad Unruh, General Manager, Timberlake Trussworks

It's a rare to find such a talented person, as Ben, that is both friend and mentor. I met Ben at the BCMC trade show 3 years ago. Our company was going through some tough growing pains at the time. Ben understood the challenges we were facing and provided me with great direction and support. His ability to analyze a company, the data numbers, and the people in an organization is impressive. Not only that, but Ben takes everything to heart and has a big one to put it in the work he does! His guidance has been really appreciated and I'm a better person for it. Take the opportunity and get to know Ben and the team at 4Ward Solutions Group! It will do wonders for your company and you as an individual!

Jay Halteman, President, Wood Truss Systems, LLC

Businesses often express some concern for the value of a consultant’s advice.  With 4Ward Consulting Group their clients experience the benefit of over 50 years of service and success dedicated to the building component industry.  Along with many of their clients, I have found total confidence in the focused, time-proven, advice delivered by Ben Hershey.  Built on first-hand knowledge in every segment of operating a profitable component manufacturing business there is no better source of consulting available in our industry.

John Chipman Dean-President, Component Runner, LLC - Building Modeling Services

Ben and I have worked mostly on SBC industry related activities, but I have known Ben for many years. I have come to know and appreciate Ben's servant leader approach to leadership. In Jim Collin's book "Good to Great" he talks about Level 5 leaders and I can honestly say that Ben is one.

David Phillips, Director of Business Development at Kemin Human Nutrition and Health

Ben is a trusted advisor with a deep knowledge of the building components industry. Ben can develop a product from concept to launch, evaluate the feasibility, and design and monitor the testing. If he has never worked with a particular product set, he has all the industry contacts to get the answers needed to do the job right the first time. He is also fun to work with, which is an added bonus when you are simply expecting expertise. It is for these reasons that I continue to work with Ben.

Randy Goruk, 360 Leadership Coach/Speaker

Over the years, I have come to admire the way Ben has led and managed his business. He consistently demonstrates the highest level of integrity, with attention to technical precision and quality. It's because of these characteristics that Ben has earned the respect of his team and the industry.

Ben's leadership is solid ... the industry could use more Ben Hershey's.

Helping Your Construction Company To Grow & Prosper Every Day

Wood may be in our blood, but we serve several different industries.

From Chief Coach & Mentor, Owner Ben Hershey

My name is Ben Hershey and thank you for visiting our site.

With more than 135 years of experience, the 4Ward team can provide you with top level advice. Each of the individuals involved at 4Ward Consulting have varying backgrounds, but have specific experience in building components, setting up operations, and other aspects. I was a part of my father's company at an early age, including the building of roofs and floor trusses, wall panels and providing modular components in the Chicago market. I have also been a part of several industry committees to establish working best practices.  My direct experience spans more than 30 years.

Ben Hershey

Business Construction Consulting

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