Case Studies

Projects

• A leading instrument manufacturer was experiencing field quality problems. We determined systems, not people, were the problem. the people were given the training, coaching and the tools to do their jobs. Quality improved to 99%; on-time deliver to 95%; lead-times were reduced 50%, inventory 20%, space 40% and staffing remained flat.
• An existing product line was stagnating. Analysis indicated the products were not targeted. Application specific segments were established, growing the systems business by 45% over 4 years.
• Merged two divisions with profitability as the prime goal. Eliminated redundancies in manufacturing, restructured marketing and engineering by product line. Improved sales growth by increasing the line card for the sales channel. In one year, the bottom line improved form a loss to a quarterly profit of $1.9mm.
• A customer pressed our client to reduce lead times. MRP information was lacking and also required time and effort for updates. We designed and installed a bar code system, providing real information for decision making allowing a reduction of lead time from two weeks to two days.

Benefits & Testimonials

"The bottom line, excellent implementation is far more valuable than excellent strategy. Energized, focused and well coached people ensure excellent implementation." Frank Zenie, CEO, Zymark Corporation

• Organizational development
• Project management
• Staff training

"The consolidation turned out to be a greater challenge than anticipated. Looking at the results, one year later, one can only conclude that this was a very successful transition." CEO, Fortune 500 Company

• Strategic planning
• Turnaround management

"We could not have made the cuts in our lead time, which customers demanded, without your systems enhancements." Debbie Dixon MIS Manager Tutco, Inc.

• Increased customer service
• Reduced lead times