medium to high volume components
Scope:
Outsource casting manufacturing including high precision machining to substantially reduce cost base
Retain only assembly and testing facilities
Maximise global outsourcing opportunities for other projects
Manage the supply chain
Improve on time delivery performance
Implementation:
Full product and component outsourcing analysis developed by working closely alongside customer own procurement team
Substantial savings achieved through global sourcing of machined castings and patterns
Outsourcing programme developed and project managed
Regular visits made to the supply source to ensure quality is maintained
Project delivered on time and within budget
Lead time of component manufacture significantly reduced
Outcome:
Due to the success of the initial project other components have been globally sourced.