- Material flow design
- Implementation of material flow control systems
- Implementation of material flow analyses and value flow designs
- Layout planning of logistics areas and traffic routes
- Planning and introduction of tugger trains and automated guided vehicles (AGV)
- Optimization of internal plant transports and traffic using evaluation tools
- Planning the transport control
Production logistics planning
We support companies in establishing optimal production supply.
Efficient and scalable production logistics
Production logistics is a fundamental component of the overall logistics strategy and is embedded between procurement and distribution logistics. Its primary purpose is to ensure an optimal supply for production and it is a key element in enabling lean production.
Production logistics primarily encompasses the internal material flow of raw materials, semi-finished and finished goods from goods receipt to shipping. The main task of production logistics is the storage, internal transport, and timely provision of production materials and assemblies in accordance with the requirements of manufacturing or assembly.
In addition, the aim is to set up production logistics in an efficient and high-quality manner. The principles of lean production should be reflected in lean logistics.
For manufacturing companies, the competitive environment requires them to analyze the complexity of their day-to-day operations in a qualified manner, quantify the potential for optimization, and optimize production logistics while taking strategic requirements (based on the production strategy) into account.
Our services in the optimization and planning of production logistics
We support you in designing your forward-looking production logistics, distinguishing between supply planning and provision planning.
Supply planning concerns the comprehensive logistics from suppliers to production. Provision logistics, on the other hand, forms the direct interface between intralogistics and production.
Our services in supply processes
- Definition and assessment of delivery concepts/supply methods for inbound part consignments (including JiS, JiT, VMI, warehouse)
- Introduction of just-in-time (JiT)/just-in-sequence (JiS) supply chains
- Introduction of supplier kanban
- Implementation of C-parts management
- Definition of call-off principles and control systems
- Assessment of supplier locations
- Planning of the procurement network and the inbound/outbound supply processes
- Synchronisation of the supply processes with the line-side presentation principles at the point of use
Emergency concepts to safeguard series production
Coordination of start-up and phase-out control
Planning of supply processes for CKD/SKD volumes (supply centres or direct deliveries) - Definition of technical principles for warehousing, movement, and provision (e.g., forklift vs. route train vs. AMR or JIT vs. supermarket)
- Objective partner in the selection and implementation of tenders for conveyor and warehouse technology
Our services in line-side presentation
- Definition of parts presentation principles
- Line-side and line-feeding planning based on the line back approach
- Planning and selection of parts presentation equipment using the proprietary ebp tool
- Mean-time-measurement analysis
- Determination of the container principle (KLT, GLT, SLT)
Advantages of our consulting support in production logistics planning
- Creation of a strong basis for decision-making: Software-supported and therefore efficient development of multiple planning scenarios to support investment decisions
- Targeted investment: Ensuring investment effectiveness by validating various technically feasible solutions
- Avoiding excessive investment: Through sound planning of optimal production logistics and accompanying economic assessments
- Reducing resource requirements: Space, technology, and personnel requirements are optimally planned
- Performance consolidation: Higher output with the same amount of space
Further Consulting Focus Areas as a logistics consultancy:
The challenges involved in designing production logistics are complex.
Optimized production logistics is a fundamental task that contributes significantly to increasing a company's efficiency. When analyzing existing processes, it is important to take a close look at both storage and material flow.
- Increasingly shorter innovation and product life cycles require a high degree of flexibility and scalability.
- The increasing variety of variants causes the complexity of material flow to rise exponentially.
- The diversity of variants has led to an increase in the use of assemblies, not only among automobile manufacturers, but now also in mechanical and plant engineering and other industries. This has led to an increase in inventory levels, work in process, and handling costs.
- The technical possibilities have increased enormously in recent years and have made the supplier market unclear. The aim is to select the appropriate technical solution for each logistical task and to keep investment requirements low.
- The factors mentioned exacerbate the already high demands placed on logistics to deliver the right item, at the right time, to the right place, in the right quantity and quality.
The stages of production logistics planning
The stages of production logistics planning are important for successfully implementing effective production supply. Each stage plays a specific role and helps to increase the efficiency of production processes.
Current situation analysis
First, the current situation and the available space are analyzed. This provides a better understanding of the production structure.
Demand analysis
Demand analysis is an important step in production logistics planning. A precise demand analysis enables companies to accurately determine material requirements and thus avoid overstocking and bottlenecks. Furthermore, the optimal target process is determined and all material and information flows are mapped.
Production resource planning
In this phase, all necessary resources—including materials, machines, and personnel—are optimally planned. Careful resource planning prevents bottlenecks and ensures that production runs smoothly. In addition, flexibility in resource planning should be taken into account in order to be able to react quickly to changes in the market.
Implementation and monitoring
The implementation of the planned measures requires continuous monitoring. This phase ensures that all processes run as intended and that adjustments can be made if necessary. Effective monitoring includes both monitoring production performance and analyzing deviations from the planned targets. Economic efficiency should never be lost sight of in this process.
With targeted strategies for efficient production logistics
Optimized production logistics are a key factor in the efficiency of a manufacturing company. A thorough analysis of existing processes allows bottlenecks to be identified and addressed in a targeted manner. Effective management of material flow, covering all tasks from storage to transport, contributes significantly to increasing productivity. By implementing the right technologies, you not only improve the availability of your products, but also reduce costs in distribution logistics. Continuous adaptation of logistics processes to changing market requirements is essential. Let's work together to develop solutions that take your production logistics to the next level.