Manufacturing Magazine April 2015 | Page 10

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A properly planned warehouse could save manufacturing firms millions per a
AN EFFICIENT SUPPLY chain and effective practices can transform the operations of manufacturing facilities . Ensuring that sites are organised to maximise productivity , enables the safe execution of operations and ensures that parts remain protected during processes . This cuts costs , saves time and ultimately enhances the quality of goods produced . Improvements in batch accuracy , reduce the numbers of faulty parts and products discarded , whilst streamlining processes saves time and creates an increasingly productive facility .
With expertise in the aerospace and aviation sector , DHL partnered in 2012 with global leader in the nacelle and thrust reverser market , Safran Aircelle UK to drive further efficiencies and innovation within their supply chain . Using this successful partnership as an example of best practice , the
10 April 2015