SERVICE CATALOG: SCALE HORIZON EFFICIENCY (SHE)
Role within the group: Specialized division for optimization of production and operational processes.
SERVICE CATALOG: SCALE HORIZON EFFICIENCY (SHE)
Role within the group: Specialized division for optimization of production and operational processes.
1. PRODUCTION PROCESS AUDIT (VSM)
(“Mapping Production Waste”)
Conducting Value Stream Mapping for the selected value stream.
Identification and quantification of all types of waste (Muda).
Measurement of key indicators: OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), takt time, WIP levels.
2. LEAN MANUFACTURING IMPLEMENTATION
(“Systematic Waste Elimination”)
Design and implementation of a 5S system on the production floor and in the warehouse.
Introduction of SMED methodology (quick changeovers) for selected machines.
Implementation of visual management and standardized work procedures.
3. INTERNAL LOGISTICS OPTIMIZATION
(“Smooth Material Flow”)
Analysis and redesign of production floor layout to minimize transport.
Design of a pull system and management of work-in-progress (WIP) inventory.
Optimization of supply routes and production line schedules.
4. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (KAIZEN)
(“Engaging the Team in Waste Elimination”)
Organization and facilitation of Kaizen workshops with employees.
Implementation of an improvement suggestion system (idea program).
Training of internal Kaizen leaders and Lean coordinators.
5. QUALITY COST ANALYSIS & REDUCTION
(“Fewer Defects, More Profit”)
Analysis of the sources and costs of production defects, complaints, and rework.
Implementation of Poka-Yoke methodology (error-proofing) at critical workstations.
Development and implementation of improved quality control standards.
6. LEAN PRODUCTION IMPLEMENTATION
(“Building a Flexible System”)
Redesign of the production process based on Just-in-Time (JIT) principles.
Line balancing to smooth production flow.
Design of a Kanban information system (physical or digital).
7. SAVINGS ESTIMATION & ROI ANALYSIS
(“The Business Dimension of Improvements”)
Detailed calculation of expected savings from each implemented improvement.
Preparation of a business case with ROI for optimization investments.
Support in preparing grant applications for EU innovation programs.
GROUP SYNERGY: SHE executes projects both as an independent auditor and implementer, and as a key subcontractor for SHC when process optimization forms the foundation of a plan to increase company value prior to succession or sale.