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The role of women in Bonpez

The role of women in Bonpez

The cornerstone of Bonpez quality

The fundamental role of women at work

The importance of women’s role in the world of work is now a widely acknowledged fact. Numerous studies show that female participation has a significant impact on development and growth, not only in the professional sphere, but also across economic, financial and social domains.

Overcoming stereotypes

In Italy, the legal framework guarantees substantial legal equality in access to and participation in the workforce, with increasing efforts to eliminate gender discrimination and adopt stronger protections. However, not all sectors are equally open to women, and legislation alone is insufficient to guarantee real equal opportunities and treatment.

In the workplace, particularly in traditionally men-dominated fields like the manufacturing sector, being a woman is often seen as a ‘discordant note’.

The outdated belief that the ‘fairer sex’ is unsuited for physically demanding work persists, and even less common is the notion that a woman could hold leadership roles, such as running a factory.

The example of Bonpez

The added value of women

At Bonpez, ‘gender quotas’ begin at the top- Cinzia Bontempi leads the company alongside her brother Luca-, and extends across the various departments. No role is off-limits for women. While in Italy women represent 42.1% of the total workforce, at Bonpez female workers account for about 75% of the workforce: they are, therefore, the cornerstone of the company’s productivity.

The female presence at Bonpez is not only a resource but also an added value. The perspective women bring to this type of industry is immeasurable, and recognising its worth is key to gaining that extra edge that makes a company stand out in the market. The true deciding factor at Bonpez is not gender but determination, commitment and enthusiasm. These qualities enable women to excel in roles traditionally viewed as men-dominated: toolmakers, forklift operators, CNC programmers.

These are not just general labour roles, so women are given the opportunity to grow professionally on an equal footing with their colleagues.

While the battle for gender equality continues elsewhere, Bonpez stands out as a place where women are part of a tangible merit-based system– one that promotes career advancement, professional development, and training based on ability, not gender.