Division
Manufacturing planning and optimization
Production
Production planning, quality systems, and operational excellence to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.
- 3
- Service modules, each individually commissionable
- 10
- Marketplace categories deliver this division
Starting point
How we approach this division
Manufacturing planning and optimization
Diagnosis
Production performance — efficiency, quality, flexibility — directly impacts profitability and customer satisfaction.
Division of labor
We analyze operations, implement continuous improvement programs, and optimize processes so your team can execute reliably.
Safeguards
Every process improvement, quality metric, and operational change is documented and embedded into your production system.
3 service modules — individually or as a program
Each service module can be commissioned on its own and ends with documentation being handed over, not a presentation. The figures on the cards are median values from completed projects.
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Efficiency and waste elimination
- Productivity improvement
- 10–20%
- Typical lead time reduction
- 15–25%
- Cost reduction from waste elimination
- 5–10%
Quality Management Systems
ISO 9001 and industry standards
- Certification typically achieved
- ISO 9001
- Defect rate reduction
- 50–70%
- Time to certification
- 6–12 months
Production Planning & Capacity
Demand and capacity optimization
- On-time delivery rate
- 90–95%
- Capacity utilization improvement
- 12–18%
- Forecast accuracy improvement
- 8–12 weeks
Collaboration
We don't earn money on what weat we recommend
Advisory and execution are kept separate. We plan and tender on a vendor-neutral basis; execution is carried out by a vetted company from the marketplace. Whoever profits from the equipment cannot recommend it neutrally.
Handover
Per module- Documentation handed overAlways
- Acceptance criteria defined upfront100%
- Commission from providersNone
No commission from providers
For planning and tendering, we are paid by the client, not by the equipment provider. A recommendation costs us nothing and earns us nothing.
Vendor-neutral tenders
Requirement specifications are written so that more than one provider can fulfill them. Quotes are made comparable on a single evaluation matrix.
Results are handed over
Process map, KPI definitions, acceptance criteria — documented and handed over. Nothing stays in people's heads or in a slide deck.
Marketplace
Execution through vetted partners
Advisory stays vendor-neutral; execution is carried out by a company with proven expertise. These categories cover this division.
Precision Machining & CNC
Turned parts, milled components, Swiss machines
14 verified partners
Injection Molding & Plastics
Thermoplastic and elastomer molding
11 verified partners
Welding & Metal Assembly
Welding, riveting, bonding, and final assembly
9 verified partners
Electronics & PCB Assembly
Surface-mount (SMT) and through-hole assembly
7 verified partners
Quality Management & Testing
Inspection, testing, and certification
8 verified partners
Lean & Process Optimization
Continuous improvement and efficiency
5 verified partners
Coating & Corrosion Prevention
Plating, painting, and protective coatings
6 verified partners
Printing & Finishing
Printing, embossing, and surface finishing
5 verified partners
Composite & Advanced Materials
Composites, carbon fiber, ceramics
3 verified partners
Batch Processing & Formulation
Chemical processing and batch manufacturing
4 verified partners
Industries
Sectors where we support this division
Compliance requirements vary considerably by industry. The industry pages list what is required in each case.
Automotive
Vehicle and component manufacturing
IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · APQP
Aerospace
Aviation and space component manufacturing
EN 9100 · AS9100 · ISO 9001
Chemicals & Pharma
Chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing
ISO 9001 · GMP · FSSC 22000
Packaging & Consumer Goods
Packaging and consumer product manufacturing
ISO 9001 · FSSC 22000 · EU Packaging Directive
Marine & Shipbuilding
Marine and shipbuilding component manufacturing
DNV rules · ABS rules · ISO 9001
Talk to a counselor about your study plans
A short, structured conversation is all it takes. You'll receive a personalised destination and course shortlist — non-binding and free of charge.