Manufacturing
Going beyond lean in manufacturing
What do you do when you're already recognised as a leader in your industry but the competition is snapping at your heels? How do you get even more out of your lean manufacturing and supply processes? How do you get everyone performing at or near the best - across geographies and across brands?
Our client, a global manufacturing company, came to us looking for answers to all of these questions. They were suffering from high stock levels, product obsolescence, long lead times, unacceptable damage levels and increasing distribution costs. The situation was complicated by a disparate and inexperienced management organisation.
We pulled a joint team together from across the supply chain and modelled options to improve processes, optimise the supply base and eliminate waste. Through attention to detail, tenacious implementation and a willingness to challenge, the team delivered a 15% improvement in operating margins. This enabled the company once more to move out in front of the competition.
