Case Study

Automotive / Chassis

Background

  • Tier 1 — Chassis Frame Manufacturer
  • Brownfield launch
  • Client requested an operational review and resourcing plan

Key Business Issues

  • Unable to hit production launch milestones
  • Hourly expedites for first 3 months of launch
  • Manufacturing Capacity deficiency
  • Manufacturing Process Constraints
  • Substandard Stamping Tooling

Results

  • Evaluated 30 Tier II Suppliers for Business Transfer Readiness in 45 days
  • Evaluated current manufacturing processes, increased throughput by > 25%
  • 50% volume decontent from an existing supplier, with business transfer and launch at new Tier 1
  • Review supply chain logistics for a smooth transition

By the Numbers

50%
Resourced 50% of product in 9 months
45 days
Deep Dive program readiness: 30 Suppliers evaluated in 45 days
25%
Increased current supplier throughput by 25%