OUR HISTORY
Quality that Makes History.
With over 29 years of experience in quality management, the redi-Group stands for technical expertise, reliability, and international presence. As a globally active technical service provider with locations in Germany, Spain, USA, India, Romania, and China, we support our customers along the entire value chain – reliably, flexibly, and quality-driven.
Founding of redi-Control
Dieter Reitmeyer founds redi-Control in Langenfeld – with a clear goal: to visibly improve quality. What began as a one-man company quickly evolved. The first employees were hired, and the company grew.
First Milestones
- •First ISO certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001
- •Establishment of a nationwide network of locations
- •Laying of the foundation stone for the new company headquarters in Langenfeld
Start of Internationalization
Founding of the first foreign subsidiary: redi-Control Austria in Vienna (no longer active today). The foundation for international business has been laid.
Expansion & Specialization
- •Opening of the first Quality Centers and Warehouses in Germany
- •Establishment of the IMDS Center in Dresden
- •Founding of the "Employees in Need" foundation to support employees in emergencies
Three-Pillar Model & Group of Companies
- •Introduction of the Three-Pillar Model: redi-Control, redi-Engineering, redi-Time
- •Founding of the umbrella brand redi-Group
- •Expansion of the company headquarters in Langenfeld
- •Membership in the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA)
Philosophy Becomes Visible
For the 10th anniversary, the motto "People for Quality" was created. It perfectly summarizes what defines the redi-Group: Quality starts with people.
Market Expansion & Awards
- •Introduction of a Corporate Compliance Program
- •Founding of redi-Group North America in Greenville (USA)
- •Awarded the VISION AWARD and the Best Practice Award
Further International Expansion
- •Founding of redi-Group India in Pune
- •Establishment of redi-Group Spain in Barcelona
- •Launch of redi-Group China with locations in Beijing and Shenyang
Consolidation
Merger of redi-Group GmbH with redi-Control Süd-West to form today's redi-Group GmbH.
Generational Change
Nicole and Christian Reitmeyer take over the group of companies as part of a regulated succession.
Restructuring of the Portfolio
The service portfolio is restructured – with a focus on:
- •Quality Assurance
- •Supplier Development
- •Sorting, Rework, Measurement Technology
- •Quality Methods and Processes
Modernization
Rebranding of the divisions into a modern and internationally understandable structure.
Founding of redi-Control
Dieter Reitmeyer founds redi-Control in Langenfeld – with a clear goal: to visibly improve quality. What began as a one-man company quickly evolved. The first employees were hired, and the company grew.
First Milestones
- •First ISO certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001
- •Establishment of a nationwide network of locations
- •Laying of the foundation stone for the new company headquarters in Langenfeld
Start of Internationalization
Founding of the first foreign subsidiary: redi-Control Austria in Vienna (no longer active today). The foundation for international business has been laid.
Expansion & Specialization
- •Opening of the first Quality Centers and Warehouses in Germany
- •Establishment of the IMDS Center in Dresden
- •Founding of the "Employees in Need" foundation to support employees in emergencies
Three-Pillar Model & Group of Companies
- •Introduction of the Three-Pillar Model: redi-Control, redi-Engineering, redi-Time
- •Founding of the umbrella brand redi-Group
- •Expansion of the company headquarters in Langenfeld
- •Membership in the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA)
Philosophy Becomes Visible
For the 10th anniversary, the motto "People for Quality" was created. It perfectly summarizes what defines the redi-Group: Quality starts with people.
Market Expansion & Awards
- •Introduction of a Corporate Compliance Program
- •Founding of redi-Group North America in Greenville (USA)
- •Awarded the VISION AWARD and the Best Practice Award
Further International Expansion
- •Founding of redi-Group India in Pune
- •Establishment of redi-Group Spain in Barcelona
- •Launch of redi-Group China with locations in Beijing and Shenyang
Consolidation
Merger of redi-Group GmbH with redi-Control Süd-West to form today's redi-Group GmbH.
Generational Change
Nicole and Christian Reitmeyer take over the group of companies as part of a regulated succession.
Restructuring of the Portfolio
The service portfolio is restructured – with a focus on:
- •Quality Assurance
- •Supplier Development
- •Sorting, Rework, Measurement Technology
- •Quality Methods and Processes
Modernization
Rebranding of the divisions into a modern and internationally understandable structure.
Today and Future
The leadership of the group of companies by Christian Reitmeyer stands for continuity and strategic foresight. It guarantees the successful further development of the business division – in line with the almost 30-year tradition and with an eye on tomorrow’s requirements.