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OPERATION AUDITS:

In-depth review of specific processes:

- Strengths/Weaknesses

Result: Prioritised Improvement/Action Plan

PROCESS OPTIMISATION:

Optimisation of planning/execution/control processes:

- Existing operation process mapping (Visio)

- Optimised process flows (Visio)

Result: Reduced cycle-times, robust processes

SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION:

- Operating policies and system specification

- Options assessment and configuration

- Logic test verifications

- Implementation planning and execution

- Processes, procedures, user training and
	qualification

Result: Effective, smooth system implementations

MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

Inventory optimisation and control:

- Stocking/Ordering policies

- Part numbering system

- BOM structures

- Supply - Demand (S&OP) effectiveness

- System selection/configuration

- Stores/warehouse control

- Configuration management (data accuracy)

- Supply performance

- MM operating skills assessment

Result: Positive contribution to RONA

FREE SUPPLY CHAIN ASSESSMENT:

Supply chain health check:

- Overview operation's strengths and weaknesses

- Estimate potential cost savings and timescales

- Summarise findings and recommendations

Result: Highlights opportunities for operational improvement and cost reduction.

PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION:

Complete review of distribution process:

- Freight forwarder selection/tariff negotiations

- Carrier selection (tariffs/service levels)

- Third party warehousing/distribution
	(tariffs/service)

Result: Cost effective, reliable product delivery

INTERIM MANAGEMENT:

Temporary Management bridge:

- GAP management in all SCM disciplines

Result: Professional results until a replacement is found

PROCUREMENT RE-ENGINEERING
	Complete review of procurement practices:
	- Supply management programme
	- Supply Base assessment & rationalisation
	- Service Level Agreements
	- Continuous improvement programmes
	- Supply management skills assessment
	- Buyer's toolkit
	Result: Positive contribution to RONA

OUTSOURCED PROCUREMENT
	External Procurement support:
	- Product/Material sourcing
	- Management of project RFQ process
	- Supplier capability audits
	- Supplier proposal evaluations
	- Supplier award recommendations
	Result: Effective client support

TRAINING PROGRAMMES:
	In-depth training sessions in:
	- Strategic purchasing/Supply management
	- Inventory control
	- MRP principles and practices
	- Effective negotiation
	Result: Positive contribution to RONA