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ENERGY and installation of various metering systems . “ We have a complete portfolio of products that cover residential , commercial , and industrial market needs ,” says Mohammed Shoaib , Head of PMO and Strategic Sourcing at El Sewedy Electrometer . “ Our portfolio includes basic meters , advanced meters that provide prepayment features , and smart meters that come with a flexible design to communicate via GPRS , RF or PLC . These smart meters enable utility companies to remotely collect metering data as well as configure meters , which enhances the accuracy and swiftness with which data is transferred between the utility and consumers .”
Productivity is optimised by utilising the latest techniques in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma . Calibration and testing systems are automated , allowing simultaneous manufacture of multiple products without sacrificing accuracy , and the ability to respond to customer delivery demands without risk of human error .
The supply chain is strictly operated and Shoaib demands perfection at every step of the way : “ We have a solid supplier-management mechanism where we evaluate our suppliers based on their financial performance , the quality of the product , lead times , and cost . We try to have multiple suppliers for every item to minimise risk and lessen competition . We like to maintain an open relationship with all of them by sharing our production plans and our needs , which keeps them engaged . We have a list of authorised
Mahmoud Shawky Operations Director
Mohamed is the director of operations and is a member of the management committee . He is responsible for overseeing Elsewedy Electrometer ’ s daily operational activities including manufacturing , quality , supply chain , and performance reporting . He plays effective role in the top management committee regarding the firm ’ s performance , dayto-day operations and overall strategic planning .
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