Culture of standardization and performance

Automotive Consulting

We synchronize assembly operations, eliminate production losses, and implement the standards that make quality and output repeatable across OEMs, Tier 1, and Tier 2 suppliers

Automotive Manufacturing

Precision on paper.
Variability on the floor.

The automotive industry runs on precision and sequence. When standards are inconsistently applied, line stoppages multiply, quality escapes downstream, and output depends on who is working and how well they remember the process. In a business with tight margins and fixed-volume commitments, that kind of variability is more than just an operational inconvenience; it is a commercial risk.

Our automotive consulting works directly on the shop floor, stabilizing processes, embedding standard work, and developing the routines that keep problems from traveling down the line. Teams develop the discipline to catch deviations early and the habits that make consistent output the norm. By building a culture of standardization and performance, automotive industry manufacturers reduce waste, protect quality at the source, and run operations that deliver reliably from parts supply to final assembly.

38%

Average ROI

Average reduction in quality costs, scrap and process waste: structured problem-solving, SMED and Kobetsu KAIZEN™ convert non-value-added cost into direct margin.
40%

Average increase in output per hour, per FTE and per vehicle: balancing lines to takt time, embedding standard work and streamlining internal logistics lifts performance with no added headcount or capital.
66%

Average reduction in work-in-progress (WIP), backlog and stored inventory: pull planning, leveled scheduling and supermarket replenishment clear it off the shop floor, freeing space and releasing trapped working capital.

Assembly Line Design & Flow

We redesign assembly layouts to eliminate gaps between stations, aligning cycle times with takt time, removing non-value-added operations, and building flow that runs to true capacity without adding headcount or floor space.

Lean line design and layout optimization to eliminate non-value-added movements and improve workflow continuity
Line balancing to align workload across stations and protect output targets at takt time.
Border of line structuring to ensure smooth material supply and collection at each production station.
One-piece flow implementation to reduce work-in-progress and expose hidden bottlenecks.
Low-cost automation to reduce manual effort on repetitive or error-prone operations without major capital investment.
TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) routines to increase equipment reliability, reduce unplanned downtime, and protect line performance between shifts.

Automotive Quality Management

We define and embed the best-known methods for every critical operation and build quality into the point of work so that deviations are caught where they begin, not where they land.

Standard work definition and implementation to eliminate shift-to-shift variability in output and quality.
Workplace organization (5S) to create a stable, visual work environment where deviations are immediately visible.
Autonomous quality systems, including self-inspection standards and Poka-Yoke, to detect defects at the source before they travel downstream.
Implementation of AIAG core tools (including APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC) to build quality into the process from design through production.
Structured problem-solving methods (Kobetsu KAIZEN™, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) to identify and permanently eliminate recurring quality failures.
Six Sigma tools, including Statistical Process Control (SPC), to reduce process variability and improve reliability.
Our quality improvement work supports the operational disciplines required for IATF 16949 certification, from standard work and defect prevention to structured problem-solving and process control.

Shopfloor & Team Management

We install the daily routines that keep problems visible, decisions close to the work, and teams improving continuously, so performance is consistent across every shift, not just the ones with the right people.

Structuring of teams by value stream to improve accountability, reduce handoff delays, and align daily activity with production objectives.
Visual team boards and daily meeting routines to track performance, surface problems, and accelerate decision- making at the point of work.
PDCA routines that embed a short, focused improvement cycle into every team’s working day.
Team leader development to build the daily management behaviors that make performance consistent across shifts.
Training in process standardization and structured problem-solving to build the capability for teams to identify and resolve issues independently.

Pull Planning & JIT Supply

We shift operations to a pull logic, where production is triggered by consumption and supply is synchronized with what the line actually needs, so the line runs more steadily, and inventory comes down without the system becoming more complex.

Pull planning implementation to align production with actual consumption and eliminate overproduction.
Leveling of production volume across time to balance workloads, reduce variability, and stabilize workflow.
Kanban and junjo systems to synchronize material flow and production sequences across the value stream.
Batch size reduction to improve flexibility and reduce the inventory tied up between operations.
SMED to reduce changeover time, increase line flexibility, and improve equipment utilization.

Logistics & Parts Flow

We design internal logistics so the line gets what it needs, when it needs it, through standardized replenishment cycles, dedicated supply routes, and parts delivered to the point of use without operator intervention.

Supermarket design with visual management and consumption-based replenishment to ensure parts availability at the point of use.
Mizusumashi routes with standard work cycles to supply components and collect finished products on a reliable schedule.
Kitting strategies to deliver the right parts to the right station at the right moment, reducing handling time and assembly errors.
Internal flow route design to minimize travel distance, eliminate unnecessary handling, and free operator time for value-added work.
Synchronization through kanban and junjo to maintain smooth, sequenced material flow across production areas.

Automotive Supply Chain Optimization

We align T1 and T2 supplier cadence with the factory’s production rhythm, synchronizing inbound deliveries, agreeing on quality standards, and building the operational discipline at source that keeps disruption off the line.

Supplier scheduling alignment to synchronize inbound deliveries with production sequences and reduce variability.
Milk run logistics to standardize routes, increase delivery frequency, and reduce transportation costs and inventory.
Collaborative demand visibility processes to give suppliers a reliable signal and reduce last-minute adjustments.
Inbound quality standards and joint problem-solving to reduce incoming defects before they reach the line.
Inbound flow optimization (unloading, sorting, inspection, and storage) to reduce handling time and ensure parts reach production ready to use.
Automotive inventory management across the supply network: aligning stock levels with real consumption to reduce carrying costs and eliminate buffer inventory that hides variability.

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Quality Control & Defect Detection

Computer vision that detects defects on the line in real time.

Predictive Maintenance

Anticipate equipment failures before they cause unplanned downtime.

Demand Forecasting & Inventory Management

Forecast demand accurately to cut stockouts and carrying costs.

Diagnostic

We go beyond symptoms. A full diagnostic surfaces the real constraints and sets a shared baseline for what needs to change.

Solution Design & Business Case

We design the solution, prioritize by impact, and map every change to a measurable return. No surprises when work begins.

Pilot

One focused pilot to validate the approach, stress-test the standards, and build the proof that gets the rest of the organization on board.

Rollout

The pilot becomes the blueprint. We deploy across the full scope with the discipline to keep standards consistent everywhere.

Capability Building

Your people learn by doing. We put the routines, ownership, and habits in place and step back only when the results are locked in.

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From potential to performance

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We have developed and deployed a Lean Manufacturing philosophy based on the Change Management System promoted by Kaizen Institute. The goal is to bring consistency to industrial management across all our plants, grounded in data-driven management, lean production, and people as the primary driver.

Jose Luis Bilbao General Director of the Secondary Division, Ormazábal
For us, success isn’t just about hitting KPIs. It’s about creating a culture where improvement is embedded in everything we do.

Jorge Garcia Plant Manager, Benteler
Continuous improvement is the path to making our lives easier. You start in pilot mode, review the results, and then assess how to scale the application.

Giovanni Inturrisi Vice President API/MFA & Nutrition Platform, Zoetis Manufacturing & Research

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Culture of standardization and performance

Automotive Consulting

Automotive Manufacturing

Precision on paper.Variability on the floor.

Production Impact

Turn waste into higher productivity

Automotive Operations Solutions

Synchronize your operation from supply base to final assembly

Assembly Line Design & Flow​

Automotive Quality Management​

Shopfloor & Team Management

Pull Planning & JIT Supply​

Logistics & Parts Flow​

Automotive Supply Chain Optimization

tech & Ai Solutions

Automotive manufacturing, powered by AI-driven quality and reliability

Quality Control & Defect Detection

Predictive Maintenance

Demand Forecasting & Inventory Management

Automotive Results

See how we transform automotive operations

CASE STUDY

Strategies to improve productivity in the automotive industry

CASE STUDY

Efficiency and sustainability in automotive production

KAIZEN™ in Automotive

Our approach is practical, pragmatic and collaborative

Diagnostic

Solution Design & Business Case

Pilot

Rollout

Capability Building

lean solution built For your industry

From potential to performance

real projects and everyday practice

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Tailored solutions for every business dimension

Precision on paper.
Variability on the floor.

Assembly Line Design & Flow

Automotive Quality Management

Pull Planning & JIT Supply

Logistics & Parts Flow