Introducing digital enhancements in outsourced manufacturing increases efficiency and transforms supplier collaboration for OEMs. Shifting from manual systems to an intelligent platform with IoT sensors and data analytics provides instant access to critical information, offering real-time insights into manufacturing processes and component quality.


Tackling supply chain opacity

Visibility within the supply chain is vital for enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Access to real-time data is essential for conducting thorough root-cause analysis and ensuring a competitive edge. The absence of such data can lead to increased production delays and escalating costs.


Here’s one of our client’s use cases:

Facing over huge losses due to supplier capacity issues, a leading global automotive company turned to an industry expert for a solution. The tooling management system pilot project identified about £52mil in potential operational improvements, paving the way for substantial revenue growth, broken down as follows: Cost savings: £6.4mil Cycle time optimization: £0.6mil Risk mitigation: £45mil. This strategic partnership enhanced supply chain transparency, enabling proactive management of production, tooling life, and supplier performance. The result is significant cost savings and a stronger competitive position. This case exemplifies the impact of digital tooling solutions on the automotive industry.