WE DRIVE MANUFACTURING SUCCESS
From building products to heavy equipment and everything in between - the sheer breadth of manufacturing operations requires an open-minded approach to solving challenges. Audere Partners does not approach manufacturing engagements with a single predefined solution or set of tools. We work with our clients to define the best approach and methodology – considering the organization’s maturity and current situation. We employ a broad set of tools and capabilities to Turn Potential Into Reality®.
Industry Approach
We focus on radical behavior change at every level of the organization.
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Define Potential
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Drive Change Management
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Change Behaviors
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Deliver Results
Key Initiatives
Improve and build workforce engagement in safety programs
Reduce recordables and Lost Time Injury rates
Reduce the overall cost of safety
Support the internal Operational Improvement team to achieve the “next level” improvements
Apply lean and continuous improvement to operational processes
Optimize organization structures to create lean organizations and drive cross-functional collaboration
Leadership training to develop leadership skills and capabilities
Optimize Lean end-to-end processes to drive efficient and effective execution of operations
Preventative maintenance programs to reduce unplanned downtime
Leverage Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Build organizational culture and pride in the maintenance
Build accountability and data-based decision making
Short interval controls
KPIs – metrics designed to track and encourage progress towards critical goals
Master scheduling
Accurately plan for demand and reduce inventory
Improving the accuracy of order fulfillment/customer sat
Reduce waste and loss in the production process
Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) – to ensure maximum production potential
Bottleneck and Root Cause analysis – eliminate chokepoints
Quicker line changeovers
Reduce line stoppages
Improve the planning and execution of planned interruptions
Return On Investment
The ratio of annualized benefits to consulting fees is typically 5:1 or greater.
