low volume components
Scope:
Outsource casting manufacturing to substantially reduce cost base
Maximise global outsourcing opportunities for other components
Improve on time delivery performance
Feasibility audit to determine global sourcing potential
Implementation:
Review of purchasing to determine global sourcing potential
Significant annual cost saving identified for castings and bearings
Samples manufactured and approved
Regular visits to supply source to discuss engineering improvements
Components ordered and delivered
Contract expanded to include other components