For a firm that wanted to reduce costs and increase worker productivity, we assessed operations and information systems and brought forth proposed performance measures and improvements…
Key Business Issues
- High head count
- High variability in production output & productivity
- Erratic work shift schedules
- High Absenteeism
- Incentive system not directly linked to productivity
- Cost and quality parameters not visible
Services Provided
- Process Assessment and Review
- Process mapping
- Examination of head count and operating methodologies
- Examination of materials support and effect on productivity
- Examination of IT support and reporting systems
Solution Components
- Implement Key Performance Indicator (KPI) measurement system
- Implement modified one-piece flow system
- Develop materials system support policy
- Develop Operating Expense improvement program
Business Results
- Key Performance measures defined
- Improvement opportunities identified