Through our many years of "hands-on" experience in materials management we have developed a practical methodology for the analysis of and planning for our client's enterprises. This will typically involve some or all of the following steps:
- Analyze existing operations and facilities
- Collect and analyze all relevant data
- Determine operational requirements and planned production or service goals
- Perform lean process review
- Consider alternate methods, technologies, equipment, systems, and staffing
- Prepare economic analyses of options with costs and benefits
- Prepare operational layout drawings
- Prepare specifications for new equipment and systems
- Obtain quotes and coordinate procurement and installations
- Manage projects and inspect installations
- Prepare data system and document requirements
- Prepare written operating procedures
- Plan and coordinate moving and start-up
- Follow up to ensure a successful operation