If you work with physical products in addition to virtual processes, you’ll be interested in an advanced lean logistics solution.
Over the last three decades, Ingenics has developed best practices for production-based logistics. Using a holistic approach, we have helped many companies achieve lean manufacturing, process optimization, and maximum profitability. As a next logical step we’ve now applied this proven approach to the entire supply chain, from raw material to final deliverable.
As a premier supply chain consultancy, Ingenics can help you enhance your logistics solution from start to finish - from synchronizing all your processes, to streamlining your operation, to providing customized training and improvement programs for your staff.
When it comes to a lean logistics solution, we offer the following services:
Strategy for Lean Logistics Planning
› Supply Chain Strategies
Ingenics will help improve your entire supply chain. We’ll design synchronized product and material flows across various sites, analyze and...read more
optimize your production and supply networks, and offer lean management consulting on topics such as supplier selection, insourcing, and outsourcing.
› Industrial Site Selection
We’ll work with you to define specific requirements for your new site, and leverage international connections to identify suitable site...read more
locations. Then, we’ll review, analyze, and evaluate your options, and suggest the best possible locations. Once a site is selected, we can take charge of the entire planning process.
› Inventory Management
After reviewing your current inventory strategies, our supply chain consultancy will research and evaluate other options, identify the best...read more
solution for your needs, and support you during implementation and inventory control.
› Key Performance Indicators
First, we analyze your existing performance measurement systems. Then we work with you to set concrete strategic goals and define...read more
effective key performance indicators accordingly. As an end result, we create and implement efficient visualization and communication concepts, and support the introduction of an effective controlling system for your logistics solution.
Material Flow
› Process Analysis and Optimization
This part of our supply chain consultancy starts with a professional logistics performance check and SWOT analysis to assess your ...read more
“lean level.” We then develop a logistics solution that is seamlessly tailored to your needs.
› Material Flow Management
When planning your intra-logistics material flow, we take a holistic approach and look at all factors, including traffic, incoming goods, the...read more
warehouse, picking and sequencing areas, material supply and shipping. Then, based on various simulations, we present a layout and resources plan that is ideally suited to your current needs while also allowing for future growth. Finally we help you with the successful implementation.
› Standard Delivery Methods
We use lean thinking to help you define standard delivery solutions, plan supplier logistics centers, and conceive entire industrial parks....read more
We also plan and implement measures to synchronize all deliveries across your supply chain.
› Supplier Development
Ingenics offers extensive supplier development services to lower costs, increase profitability, boost product quality, and ensure on-time delivery...read more
across the entire supply chain. Our services include comprehensive evaluation of maturity level, professional change management, production preparation and qualification, launch management, overall coordination, and comprehensive support. We also provide quality control, improve suppliers’ efficiency, and support process audits on a continuous basis. Customized supplier development and training programs are also available upon request.
Technology
› Warehouse Planning
Lean, flexible, sustainable – these are the characteristics of Ingenics’ warehouse planning services. Based on a detailed process analysis, we...read more
develop the best storage and picking strategies for your business, and consult on storage sizing and technology. Our lean logistics consultants help you determine your exact system requirements, and manage the bidding process. As always, they stay by your side to support the implementation, launch, and beyond.
› Container Planning
Our lean logistics solution also includes container planning. We’ll help you analyze and devise deployment of all-purpose and special-charge...read more
carriers (one-time and reusable), conducting circulation rate calculations and checking cost-effectiveness. We’ll also create all necessary specifications, take charge of the tender management, and continue to support you through implementation and launch.
› Transportation and Conveying
Lean logistics require proven material handling and conveying solutions.
Ingenics will provide an in-depth status analysis, optimizing your existing...read more
processes and systems, devising a professional plan for the most efficient
use of people and equipment for all your material handling requirements.
If it suits your needs, Ingenics can take charge of your entire material handling System, from initial planning, to RFQ and bid analysis, implementation and successful launch.
› Identification Systems
We have extensive experience with MDE devices, bar code ID, and RFID systems. We’ll help you define your company’s specific...read more
requirements, conduct sophisticated feasibility studies, help you select and procure the right solutions, and make sure to seamlessly integrate them in your logistics solution.
From supply chain strategies to transportation and conveying solutions, Ingenics has helped thousands of companies in Germany, North America and around the world implement lean logistics across their entire supply chain. To find out how we can help you with
lean logistics planning services, contact us today.