Manufacturers

The world of manufacturing is facing rapid change; demanding customers and greater levels of competition are driving manufacturers to strive to improve performance in order to maintain their market positions.

Recent trends in global sourcing, together with the increased ability of new players to penetrate existing markets are adding to the pressures manufacturers are currently facing.

In this highly competitive climate, manufacturers are looking to become more responsive to shifting market conditions, while, at the same time, aiming to drive out cost by optimising their existing operations.

There is no shortage of initiatives suggested to address this challenge - ranging from sales and operations planning through customer relationship management and strategic sourcing, to developing lean and agile manufacturing strategies. But LCP knows that a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach is not appropriate for this diverse market and cannot effectively meet the challenges facing today’s manufacturers. We apply our proven methods to determine focused responses that will deliver real benefits.

We have:

• developed, design and implemented a European supply chain strategy for a major food manufacturer - covering supply chain organisation, manufacturing and logistics
• created the first logistics and supply chain strategy for a multi-company manufacturing group, and created a new central function to realise the multi-million savings identified through cross-business changes
• substantially improved the customer service performance of a UK business through an integrated programme of consulting and operational change.

LCP has worked in most manufacturing sectors - automotive, pharmaceuticals, electronics, heavy engineering, construction and DIY, and food and drink.