Computerworld Names Worthington Steel to 2026 List of Best Places to Work in IT
Worthington Steel, Inc. (NYSE:WS) announced today that it has been named to Foundry's Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT list, ranking No. 33 among large organizations. The annual award honors top workplaces that challenge and inspire their IT teams while providing exceptional benefits, engagement and development opportunities. Worthington Steel also received honorable mentions in Computerworld's top 10 lists for both "Training and Development" and "Retention and Engagement."
"Our IT team continues to raise the bar each year," said Bill Wertz, vice president and chief information officer. "They've modernized global systems, introduced AI-driven tools that enhance how our people work and supported growth through integration and modernization projects. Their expertise and collaboration make Worthington Steel stronger and more agile – living out our commitment to be Strong for Good."
Worthington Steel's IT organization continues to be a catalyst for transformation and innovation. Over the past year, the team implemented Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and Analytics to modernize the company's electrical steel operations in Canada, automated capital project approvals, cutting cycle times from weeks to days, and unified IT and operational technology architectures to strengthen data insight and predictive capabilities.
The group also advanced the use of AI tools across multiple business functions, improving accuracy and efficiency and enabling teams to focus on higher-value, more meaningful work. In addition, IT played a key role in integrating the Sitem Group acquisition, upgrading infrastructure and cybersecurity. Together, these efforts have strengthened Worthington Steel's digital foundation, building a stronger, more connected company for the future.
This marks Worthington Steel's eighth consecutive year on the Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT list, reflecting its ongoing commitment to investing in people, technology and continuous improvement. The 2026 Best Places to Work in IT list is available today at Computerworld.com.
About the Best Places to Work in IT
The Best Places to Work in IT list is an annual ranking of the top work environments for technology professionals by Foundry's Computerworld. The list is compiled based on a comprehensive questionnaire regarding company offerings in areas such as benefits, career development and training, workplace culture, workplace modernization, IT growth and employee engagement and retention. The rankings are reviewed and vetted by a panel of industry experts.
About Computerworld
Computerworld is the leading technology media brand empowering enterprise users and their managers, helping them create business advantage by skillfully exploiting today's abundantly powerful web, mobile and desktop applications. Computerworld also offers guidance to IT managers tasked with optimizing client systems and helps businesses revolutionize the customer and employee experience with new collaboration platforms.
About Worthington Steel
Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel's expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions is driving steel toward a more sustainable future.
As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers' visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel's purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.
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