Plant Assessments & Operations Analysis

GDC has developed a proven methodology for assessing manufacturing and/or service operations. These facility assessments can be done as stand-alone studies or part of an overall improvement initiative. Our Operational analysis can also be used to support due diligence associated with an acquisition or justification for benchmarking before starting your lean journey. We will evaluate the effectiveness of your corporate strategy and the efficiency of your processes. GDC will also assess your current performance against world-class business standards.  Because we understand that our clients' needs are different we offer 3 types of assessments:

1. One Day Assessment

2. Two and a Half Day Assessment

3. Operational Analysis

GDC will send your company a packet (via e-mail) to provide us with information pertaining to your business situation in regard to quality, inventory, manufacturing, costing, and professional skills training. This information will assist us in identifying what we need to look for in the short period of time we are there. Upon receipt of this information, we will set up a site visit.

During our site visit we will complete a plant tour (Approximately 5 hrs) where we will identify areas of concern based on our observation and information provided by the organization. Upon completion we will put together a PowerPoint presentation outlining strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities based on our assessment. We will conclude the visit by sitting down with the management team or steering committee (approximately 1 hr) to review our calculations and findings, and identify areas of opportunity and a starting point.

Benefit: This assessment is ideal for companies who want to identify the “low hanging fruit” ―easily identifiable problems that can bring a few quick successes to the company.

* Travel cost is charged if outside a 75-mile radius.

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In addition to the information required for our 1﷓day assessment, GDC will need other company financials to place into our opportunity matrix. This will enable us to identify specific areas in need of improvement, as well as, the percentage of opportunity for these areas, the savings associated with them, and a cost and payback period.

During our site visit we will interview key members of your organization to gain better insight into the company’s goals and objectives, and identify whether the message is clear across the company. Agenda:

• Day 1 – Verify information received, interview top management, start facility tour
• Day 2 – Complete facility tour, interview additional staff members
• Day 3 (half day) – Complete interviewing process (if needed), report findings to management team.

Benefit: This assessment is ideal for companies wanting to embark on the road to lean conversion. We will identify where to start or whether you are ready to start this process.

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GDC’s Operational Analysis uses a closed-loop approach. Our method is to assist the management team in developing a service or manufacturing strategy that is well-aligned with your overall business goals. These strategies will be based on the philosophies of Lean Conversion and the Business Operating System. We will interview personnel within all areas of your organization. Upon completion, we will evaluate and put together a plan that will take into account the cultural aspects for a successful transformation. The report you receive will be rather extensive and detailed in nature, and presented to the management staff approx. 2 to 3 weeks after completion of the on-site visit.

Benefit: This assessment is for organizations wanting a holistic approach to lean conversion. If your company has downsized, acquisitioned, restructured, or wants to improve processes, this analysis will help identify your organizational readiness for continuous improvement. We will help your organization identify both the professional skills (soft skills) and technical skills (hard skills) needed to move your organization forward.

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