Aidt

What Aidt does

AIDT (Alabama Industrial Development Training) is a state workforce development agency established in 1971 and operating as a division of the Alabama Department of Commerce. The agency delivers customized pre-employment selection and training, leadership development, on-the-job training, industrial maintenance technician assessments (IMTAP), and OSHA-compliant industrial safety training to Alabama employers and citizens. Its service infrastructure spans four core training centers — the Alabama Robotics Technology Park (Tanner), Alabama Workforce Training Center (Birmingham), Maritime Training Center (Mobile), and Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center — plus project-based facilities co-located at Mercedes-Benz (Vance), Honda (Lincoln), Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (Madison), and the Alabama Aviation Training Center (Mobile Aeroplex), and a fleet of 38 Mobile Training Units deployed directly to employer sites. Supporting technology includes virtual reality job-training platforms (notably an award-winning program with Hyundai Power Transformers), simulation environments, and an EV Technology Center under construction at the Robotics Technology Park campus (groundbreaking October 2024, scheduled to open early 2026).

AIDT's business model is a government-funded public service: services are provided at no cost to qualifying employers and trainees, with funding flowing from the Alabama state budget (annual agency budget of $85 million as of FY2024, per AL.com reporting). The go-to-market motion is enterprise field sales — AIDT Project Managers and a Client Success Team engage directly with new and expanding businesses to scope hiring needs, build bespoke training curricula, and run customized cohorts, supplemented by participation in events such as the Southern Automotive Conference and the Governor's Summit on Talent Retention & Work-Based Learning. Revenue mechanics are budgetary rather than transactional; cumulative scale metrics include 1,049,133 Alabamians trained to date (with annual throughput rising from 13,900 in 2005/2006 to ~20,900 in recent years), 5,518 companies assisted, $9.8 billion in economic impact for FY2023–2024, and 117 active projects credited with creating more than 25,000 jobs statewide.

The customer base is heavily weighted toward advanced manufacturing — automotive OEMs (Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Honda, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, Mazda Toyota Manufacturing) and Tier-1 suppliers (ZF Chassis Systems, Posco-AAPC, Commercial Jet, Y-tec Keylex Toyotetsu) — but also includes maritime, construction, aviation MRO, and bioscience (BIO Alabama partnership). AIDT has held ISO 9001 certification since 2005 (the first state workforce training organization in the world to do so) and received unconditional ISO 9001:2015 recertification in 2023 and again in 2026, audited by the Performance Review Institute. Operations are organized around a vertical segmentation approach (automotive, maritime, manufacturing, with a military veteran persona via the DoD Skillbridge channel), and the agency is led by Executive Director Kevin Taylor, with Deputy Director Bobby Jon Drinkard and an executive team that includes CFOs and assistant directors spanning federal programs, special programs, south Alabama operations, HR, and recruitment.

Name

Aidt

Legal name

AIDT (Alabama Industrial Development Training)

Website

https://aidt.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

AIDT is Alabama's state workforce development agency under the Department of Commerce, providing no-cost customized pre-employment training, leadership development, industrial maintenance and safety assessments to new and expanding employers (notably automotive OEMs) and job seekers across Alabama.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workforce Development and Training Services

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

Apprenticeships, Internships & Work-Based Learning Programs (BPACANAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Integrated Education & Training (IET) / Contextualized ABE (Workforce-Linked) (EDAAAAAK), Employment & Job Readiness Support Services (BPAGAEAJ)

Keywords

• Workforce training services
• Customized employee training
• Industrial maintenance assessment
• Pre-employment screening
• OSHA safety training

Headquarters

HQ city

Montgomery

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government-funded workforce training services: AIDT is a state agency funded by the Alabama state government budget. The agency provides comprehensive workforce training services at no cost to qualifying employers and trainees. This is a government-funded public service model where the primary revenue comes from state budget allocations rather than customer payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AIDT provides customized workforce training and assessment services to Alabama's new and expanding businesses, including pre-employment selection and screening, on-the-job training, leadership development, industrial maintenance technician assessment, and OSHA-compliant industrial safety training. The agency recruits and assesses candidates before hire, builds company-specific training curricula, and delivers training at employer sites through 38 Mobile Training Units, at four main training centers, and at project-based facilities co-located with major manufacturers. Services are provided at no cost to qualifying employers and trainees, funded by the State of Alabama.

Product overview

AIDT (Alabama Industrial Development Training) is Alabama's state workforce training agency under the Alabama Department of Commerce, established in 1971. The organization offers a comprehensive suite of workforce development services centered around its Total Workforce Delivery System, which includes pre-employment selection and training, leadership development programs (Leadership Skills 1, 2, and 3), industrial maintenance technician assessment, and industrial safety training. Training is delivered through multiple channels: at AIDT's four main training centers (Alabama Robotics Technology Park, Alabama Workforce Training Center, Maritime Training Center, and Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center), at project-based company facilities, and via a fleet of 38 Mobile Training Units deployed directly to employer sites. Specialized programs include the AIDT Military Transition Program for veterans, a Bioscience Technician Program, and the upcoming EV Technology Center for electric vehicle manufacturing training. All programs are offered at no cost to employers and trainees meeting certain criteria, with operations backed by ISO 9001:2015 certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Total Workforce Delivery System: AIDT's comprehensive workforce training system providing pre-employment selection and training, leadership development, on-the-job training, maintenance assessments, and industrial safety assessments.
• AIDT Military Transition Program
• EV Technology Center
• Alabama Ready to Work Training Program

Products and services

• Pre-Employment Selection and Training A comprehensive screening and training program that recruits, assesses, and trains potential employees before hire. AIDT develops full-range technical pre-employment selection programs unique to each company, covering general manufacturing to automotive, aerospace, logistics, and warehousing. Candidates attend training on their own time, and companies select the candidates they want to hire.
• Leadership Development Classes (LS-1, LS-2, LS-3) Three-tier leadership skills series covering leading people, communication, teamwork, personality style, decision making, conflict management, motivating employees, emotional intelligence, ethics, time management, and initiative. Completion awards AIDT Certified Leader credentials.
• Industrial Maintenance Technician Assessment Program (IMTAP) A comprehensive full-day assessment program using written and practical tests to evaluate maintenance technician candidates. Covers written assessments in CNC machining, pneumatics, tool and die, electricity, PLCs, HVAC, plumbing, fluid power, and industrial machinery, plus performance assessments in mechanical power transmission, metal fabrication, bearing replacement, pneumatic circuits, relay-based motor controls, programmable controls, three-phase motors, coupling alignment, and welding.
• Industrial Safety Assessment and Training OSHA-compliant safety assessments and training programs including opening/closing conferences with management, facility walkthroughs, records review, and recommendations. Offers OSHA 10-hour general industry courses, powered industrial truck training, CPR/First Aid, facility and equipment hazard assessment, hazard abatement assistance, and overhead/gantry crane operation training. Staff are authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA Training Institute.
• Mobile Training Units (MTUs) A fleet of 38 Mobile Training Units customized to meet specific company needs and set up directly on the employer's site for on-site workforce training delivery.
• Alabama Robotics Technology Park (RTP) A three-phase, $73 million advanced training center operated by AIDT that helps companies train workers on advanced R&D and manufacturing technologies. Provides hands-on experience in robotics, automation, and safety. RTP 2.0 initiative is preparing the facility for new technologies and serves as the campus for the EV Technology Center.
• Alabama Workforce Training Center (AWTC) Located in Birmingham, AL, this center provides training for the manufacturing and construction industries in Birmingham and Central Alabama areas. Trainees are existing employees of companies who desire to advance their skills.
• Maritime Training Center A 67,000 square foot facility officially opened November 8, 2010, located in Mobile, AL. Features 64 welding booths, a CNC plasma table, large lay-down yard with overhead crane access, counterbalance forklift, rough terrain forklift, aerial-lift, 10-ton overhead crane, and rigging for safety training. Provides training for structural fitting (ship fitting), maritime pipe fitting, and welding with NCCER certification programs.
• Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center (MRWTC) Operated by AIDT in partnership with Montgomery Public Schools, Alabama Community College System, ATN, AUM, Department of Education, and Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce. Provides entry-level training, existing employee upgrade training, two-year technical college-level training, and K-12 career training. Training categories include Information Technology, Manufacturing Fundamentals, and Workforce Skills.
• EV Technology Center A world-class training hub for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and related technologies under development at the Robotics Technology Park in Tanner, Alabama. Will offer hands-on training in battery systems, electric drivetrains, high-voltage safety, diagnostics, and automation.
• AIDT Military Transition Program Designed to connect military members, veterans, and their spouses transitioning to civilian careers with training programs offering in-demand skills. Training is in-person at AIDT training centers or through DoD Skillbridge at no cost to transitioning military/DOD personnel. Courses include structural fitting, basic machining, welding, robotics, manual lathe, construction trades, CompTIA ITF-Plus, CAD/Marine Design/Ship Constructor, and hydraulics/pneumatics. Completion may lead to direct hiring with partnering Alabama companies.
• Bioscience Technician Program A partnership between BIO Alabama and AIDT providing comprehensive bioscience technician training. Candidates with a high school diploma, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and basic math skills can apply. Starting wages of $20 per hour for successful candidates. Part of Alabama's bioeconomy workforce development.
• Alabama Robotics Technology Park K-12 Initiative Statewide K-12 initiative led by RTP and AIDT to prepare students for careers in robotics and automation. Pilot program at Oxford High School provides hands-on experiences in robot handling and programming with industry professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,049,133 total individuals trained to date, with 20,900 trained annually in recent years
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local #24minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Joint Apprenticeship Committee offering 250 apprenticeship opportunities with AIDT hosting the application process. Applications accepted through July 2026 for Birmingham area positions.
• Y-tec Keylex Toyotetsu Alabama, Inc. (YKTA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 September 2025AIDT and YKTA shared best practices in workforce development during HolonIQ's Advanced Manufacturing Skills Leadership Council. Partnership demonstrates Alabama's public-private collaboration in advanced manufacturing workforce development.
• inSpringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 September 2025Hosted the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Leadership Council where AIDT and YKTA shared best practices. inSpring connects workforce solutions partners with employers to address workforce development needs.
• BIO AlabamacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 August 2023Partnership to introduce a comprehensive Bioscience Technician Program. Governor Kay Ivey announced the collaboration to develop workforce for Alabama's bioeconomy, supporting firms like Hudson Alpha and Southern Research.
• Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 May 2023Co-hosted Second Annual Governor's Summit on Talent Retention & Work-Based Learning. EDPA operates FuelAL initiative to retain post-secondary talent in Alabama.
• FuelALcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 May 2023Program of EDPA working to keep Alabama's post-secondary talent in the state. Partnership focuses on talent retention and connecting communities with employers and post-secondary talent.
• Alabama Office of ApprenticeshipcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 May 2023Co-hosted Governor's Summit on Talent Retention & Work-Based Learning. Expands use of registered apprenticeships and other forms of work-based learning with AIDT.
• Alabama Department of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIDT is a division of the Alabama Department of Commerce. As the state's workforce training agency, AIDT operates under the Department of Commerce to provide quality workforce development for Alabama's new and expanding businesses and expand opportunities for citizens through jobs these businesses create.
• Montgomery Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in operating the Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center (MRWTC). Collaboration provides entry-level training, existing employee upgrade training, two-year technical college-level training, and K-12 career training.
• Alabama Community College SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in operating the Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center and other workforce initiatives. Partnership allows students to gain paid, on-the-job experience while working toward a degree through registered apprenticeship programs.
• Alabama Technology NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in operating the Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center. Collaboration provides technology-enhanced workforce training programs.
• Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in operating the Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center. Collaboration provides higher education pathway opportunities for workforce training participants.
• Montgomery Area Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in operating the Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center. Collaboration supports workforce needs of Montgomery area businesses.
• Alabama Department of EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in operating the Montgomery Regional Workforce Training Center. Collaboration supports K-12 career training and CTE programs.
• DoD SkillbridgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIDT offers training through the DoD Skillbridge program for transitioning military members, veterans, and their spouses. Training is provided at no cost to transitioning military/DOD personnel and may lead to direct hiring with Alabama companies.
• ZF Chassis SystemsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIDT assists ZF Chassis Systems in Tuscaloosa with screening responses, scheduling and participating in interviews at the state employment office, resulting in a pool of highly trainable candidates.
• Commercial JetminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIDT provides skilled workforce recruitment support for Commercial Jet's Dothan, Alabama operations, helping the company maintain quality, workmanship, and reliability.
• Posco - AAPCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIDT provides pre-employment training, recruiting, advertising and skills upgrade training for Posco-AAPC's McCalla, Alabama facility, becoming a foundation for furthering skilled craft training.
• Alabama JobLinkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide job matching system partner providing online employment resources for job seekers and employers in Alabama.
• Alabama Department of LaborcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency partner providing workforce development support and employment services throughout Alabama.
• Alabama Works!coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide workforce initiative connecting job seekers with employers and training programs. AIDT participates in AlabamaWorks! conferences and programs.
• Ready To WorkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlabama Ready to Work Training Program partner providing Career Readiness Credential and Alabama Certified Worker Certificate, particularly for ex-offenders and work release individuals.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Georgia Quick Start: Georgia's state-sponsored workforce training program, operated by the Technical College System of Georgia. Directly comparable to AIDT as a no-cost, state-funded customized training provider serving automotive OEMs and advanced manufacturers in a neighboring southeastern state.
• readySC (South Carolina): South Carolina's state-funded workforce training program, part of the South Carolina Technical College System. Provides no-cost customized pre-employment training to new and expanding businesses, including major automotive OEMs like BMW, Boeing, and Mercedes-Benz Vans, making it AIDT's closest functional peer.
• Apprenticeship Carolina: South Carolina's state apprenticeship initiative registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. Comparable to AIDT's apprenticeship offerings (e.g., the IUEC Local #24 partnership) for registered apprenticeship programs, though narrower in scope than AIDT's full workforce development mandate.
• Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT): Tennessee's statewide system of technical colleges delivering workforce training in skilled trades, advanced manufacturing, and emerging technologies. Comparable to AIDT in mission and customer base, particularly the Volkswagen Chattanooga and Nissan Smyrna training programs serving Tennessee automotive OEMs.
• CareerSource Florida: Florida's statewide workforce development network coordinating employment, training, and employer services. Comparable to AIDT in serving new and expanding businesses across multiple manufacturing verticals, though structured as a network of regional boards rather than a single centralized agency.

Regional players

• Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin: Regional workforce development entity serving the Madison, Wisconsin area with customized employer training and apprenticeship programs. Comparable in function to AIDT but operating in a different geography and at a smaller scale focused on a single region rather than a full state.

Emerging players

• Per Scholas: National nonprofit providing no-cost technology workforce training to adults from underserved communities. Comparable to AIDT's tuition-free training model and career readiness focus, though narrower in industry scope (primarily IT) and operating in multiple states.
• Year Up: National workforce development nonprofit combining skills training, corporate internships, and career placement for young adults. Comparable to AIDT's apprenticeship and work-based learning model, but with a different target demographic and cross-state geographic model.

Broad incumbents

• Goodwill Industries International: Large national nonprofit operating workforce development programs, including sector-specific training in manufacturing, logistics, and technology across hundreds of U.S. locations. Comparable to AIDT in mission (employment & job readiness support) but much broader in scope and primarily serving disadvantaged populations.

Others

• Bio Alabama: Alabama trade association for the bioscience industry that partnered with AIDT in 2023 to launch the Bioscience Technician Program. Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than a competitor; relevant as a partnership peer highlighting AIDT's expansion into bioscience workforce development.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

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