A recent project with one of our clients, a manufacturer of custom industrial equipment, perfectly illustrates how essential a transversal approach is to process optimization.

The Challenge:

Initially, we were supplying several components that were part of a larger set of 11. The complexity and diversity of these components, along with frequent technical changes from suppliers, led to significant production delays. Urgent orders, increased component variation, time lost in production and procurement, and a rise in issue trackers were just some of the issues the client faced.

Our Solution:

Working closely with their design department, we reviewed the technical drawings and proposed a simplification. This allowed us to reduce the number of components from 11 to 7. In the next phase, we took over the assembly of these 7 components to further streamline the process.

 The Results:
 

• Significant cost reductions by simplifying and reducing components..

• Just-in-time delivery of pre-assembled components, leading to improved production efficiency.

• Lower inventory costs for the client.

• Better alignment between Design, Procurement, and Production departments..

• Reduced hidden costs related to issue tracking and troubleshooting.

This case highlights how a transversal approach can drive substantial improvements in operational efficiency and cost savings.

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