Case Studies

Client

Automotive Component Manufacturer

Challenge

High manufacturing costs in Western Europe were impacting competitiveness. The client needed to reduce production costs significantly while maintaining quality standards and managing the complexity of relocating an active assembly line.

Solution

Led comprehensive supplier relocation project from high-cost to low-cost country. Conducted detailed feasibility analysis, managed technology transfer, provided on-site training, and implemented quality assurance protocols during transition phase.

Results Achieved

• 35% reduction in manufacturing costs achieved
• Assembly line successfully relocated within 9 months
• Zero quality degradation during transition
• Annual savings of $2.1M realized

Client

Mobility Sector Manufacturer

Challenge

Single-source dependency created significant supply chain risk. Original supplier was experiencing quality issues and cost increases, threatening production continuity and profitability.

Solution

Executed strategic resourcing initiative to identify and qualify alternative supplier. Managed parallel sourcing during transition, conducted capability assessments, negotiated improved commercial terms, and coordinated seamless handover.

Results Achieved

• Supply chain risk eliminated through supplier diversification
• 18% cost reduction on resourced components
• Quality PPM improved from 2,800 to 450
• Delivery reliability increased to 96%

Client

Automotive Manufacturing Group

Challenge

Limited global sourcing footprint resulted in missed cost-saving opportunities. Client relied heavily on local suppliers with premium pricing and needed to access competitive global markets.

Solution

Developed and implemented comprehensive global sourcing strategy. Conducted market analysis across multiple regions, identified and qualified suppliers in Asia and Eastern Europe, managed logistics optimization, and established governance framework.

Results Achieved

• $4.5M in annual savings achieved
• Global supplier network expanded to 12 countries
• 28% average cost reduction on targeted categories
• Innovation access improved through global partnerships

Client

Multi-Site Manufacturing Company

Challenge

Manual procurement processes and lack of system integration led to inefficiencies, poor supplier visibility, and inconsistent performance tracking across multiple facilities.

Solution

Led procurement transformation by implementing ERP-based supplier management system. Standardized procurement processes, digitized supplier onboarding and performance tracking, automated approval workflows, and established real-time analytics dashboards.

Results Achieved

• Procurement efficiency improved by 55%
• Supplier management cycle time reduced from 14 days to 3 days
• Real-time visibility across entire supplier base
• $1.8M annual savings through process optimization

Client

Automotive OEM Supplier

Challenge

Key suppliers were struggling with high defect rates (3,500 PPM) and poor on-time delivery (72%), causing production disruptions and customer complaints.

Solution

Implemented comprehensive supplier development program focused on quality systems, process control, and logistics optimization. Provided hands-on training, conducted root cause analysis, established continuous improvement initiatives, and implemented performance scorecards.

Results Achieved

• PPM reduced from 3,500 to 280 (92% improvement)
• On-time delivery improved from 72% to 95%
• Production line stoppages reduced by 78%
• 5 suppliers achieved OEM certification status