OK does anyone actual know for sure that the company was not certified to fly IFR? Pilot was instrument qualified yes but current? Aircraft capable but maybe not maintained to IFR standards, record wise as that does cost money. If company wasn't qualified and had a no IFR policy then that would add another decision roadblock for the pilot to overcome as he would be reluctant to violate company policy.
So I ask again, was this company by certification or company policy not IFR capable?