Digitalization & Industry 4.0
Increased productivity through lean management, automation and digital processes
The task/mission
Increasing productivity and efficiency in mechanical and electronic manufacturing through consistent operational excellence and Industry 4.0.
The company
An Austrian industrial company operating internationally, specialising in mechanical and electronic products. It has around 900 employees across nine European sites.
The situation
New product variants, an increasing proportion of electronic components and strong growth posed significant challenges for the existing production structures. At the same time, customers expected shorter lead times and competitive prices.
The requirements and expectations
Increase productivity and flexibility, standardise processes, and drive forward digitalisation and automation in a targeted manner throughout the industrial value chain.
My role
Development and consistent implementation of a site-specific improvement programme. Leading the organisation involved and engaging external specialists to accelerate the pace of implementation.
The solution
Development and implementation of a comprehensive operational excellence programme focusing on lean management, digitalisation, automation and sustainability.
Reorganisation of the organisation, definition of specific improvement projects and systematic management of implementation using measurable key performance indicators.
The long-term benefits for the company
A productivity increase of at least 5 per cent annually through lean management, automation and optimised production processes.
Introduction of a digital key performance indicator (KPI) management system to achieve sustainable improvements in operational performance.
The production department has received multiple awards for efficiency and sustainability.