Material Handling Consulting
Field Engineering Studies
Often a project starts with
the benchmarking and
analysis of the current systems. A clear understanding of all
current attributes within an operation are imperative for effective change.
This may lead to a Field Engineering Study.
The Field Engineering Study
begins with thorough research and careful collection of data on how
materials move through the facility - from the receiving dock to shipping.
We take the data collected, and run computer analysis on material
throughput, concentrating on critical paths and changing customer demands.
We then develop a plan with the client, presenting all available options to
help streamline operations, improve accuracy, and increase profitability.
In the case of one of
our clients, ABG, see case study ) we produced
a concise 23 page report and 10 engineering blueprints documenting the
current workflow and plans for future improvement, along with the costs and
benefits of each. "The Field Engineering Study was very very well written
and concise" said Bill Paxton, VP Operations (Retired) for ABG. "It was
extremely worthwhile".
Business Process
Modeling
Decision Support ServicesÓ
from
Automation Associates
In today’s
accelerated business climate, major capital improvements for logistics or
manufacturing facilities are often rushed through design and implementation
with the expectation of needed improvements or “quick” fixes to existing
problems. In many cases, these projects have not been completely thought
out or validated, and result in disappointment or unexpected
consequences. A qualified and independent review to validate the design
and verify expected operation before the investment is made can avoid
this . Automation Associates offers a range of specialized Decision
Support Services to meet such requirements.
“This new
service offers a major shift in the way in which capital expenditures can be
put to the test and justified before a project’s launch.”—
Randall Gibson, President, Automation Associates.
Visual Work Flow Analysis using Enterprise FlowModelÒ
“This is the
first “high level” analysis tool we’ve seen which can be used in a fraction
of the time and cost of a full simulation model using “traditional”
simulation products” –
Mr. John
Brown, USPS.
Automation
Associates is pleased to announce the release of this innovative new tool to
the industrial sector for modeling and analyzing throughput and process
costs, for virtually any type of process or work flow. The Enterprise
FlowModel (EFM) analysis tool provides features previously unavailable to
the business professional. The features of this configurable software suite
are:
v
Fast track study capabilities with quick results for proof of concept
v
Easy to understand graphical interface for the business executive
v
Based on Microsoft OfficeÒ
tools for a portable well supported foundation
v
Value added analysis services provided by Automation Associates
v
Provides the “need analysis” and justifications for complex simulation
studies
The
Understanding of Work Flow Analysis (WFA) is an area where the same ground
is covered at the beginning of every project. We have, as a Premier
Microsoft Partner, developed a software suite that is simplifying and
automating the way in which WFA is achieved. EFM uses standard, familiar
desktop computer applications and techniques, integrated though custom
application code to provide a comprehensive Decision Support Tool. We
configure the EFM suite, and leave the tool in place where you need it most,
as part of your business process.
Business
Process Modeling
Simulation
modeling is widely recognized as an excellent technique to understand the
effects of business change. Too often, the creation of a simulation model
becomes the primary objective. By understanding business processes with a
systems design perspective, the implications of a proposed business decision
may be fully explored with all costs and benefits identified. Some of the
focus areas we engage with our client base are:
v
Benchmarking of existing operational functions with sensitivity analysis on
business process variations.
v
Providing operational insights and in-depth understanding of change
opportunities before affecting them.
v
Safeguarding business units through contingency planning and exception
handling capability.
v
Cost Justification and post implementation verification/audit services for
capital projects.
We are only
tied to our client’s best interests
The Decision
Support Services are achieved using our analysts’ experience base and “best
of breed” analysis software. We are not tied to any one methodology or
software suite to tackle your project. Automation Associates offers a
complete range of modeling
services from the smallest one-off projects, to the complete
outsourcing of simulation activities for organizations with established
modeling departments.
Vistamation and its specialists will ensure your
project gets off on the right foot!
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