Operations Management
Operations & Management
Operational Consulting
Operational consulting focuses on the daily activities of a company, aiming to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations in the short term. This type of consulting is crucial for helping businesses address everyday challenges and optimize their operational resources.
Objective of Operational Consulting
The primary goal of operational consulting is to enhance the efficiency of day-to-day operations. This involves implementing practical strategies to address immediate problems, optimize resource utilization, and ensure quality management.

Tools Used
To effectively implement operational strategies, a variety of tools and methodologies are employed, including:
- Improvement of Production Line Efficiency: Techniques to increase productivity and reduce downtime.
- Resolution of Logistics Problems: Strategies to optimize the supply chain and improve material management.
- Personnel Training on New Operational Procedures: Utilizing RACI Charts and DILO programs to ensure staff is updated on best practices.
- MTM (Methods-Time Measurement): Analysis of work methods to determine standard times for task completion.
- SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die): Techniques to reduce equipment changeover times, increasing production flexibility.
- KPI (Key Performance Indicators): Metrics such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), OTD (On-Time Delivery), ROI (Return on Investment), NPV (Net Present Value), IRR (Internal Rate of Return), and ROE (Return on Equity) to measure operational effectiveness.
- Materials Planning: Planning to ensure the availability of materials when needed.
- ERP Management (Enterprise Resource Planning): Integrated management of business processes using ERP software.
- APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning): A structured process to ensure product quality during development.
- PPAP (Production Part Approval Process): Procedures to approve production parts before mass production.
- FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis): Systematic analysis to identify potential defects in processes or products.
- SPC (Statistical Process Control): Statistical techniques to monitor and control production processes.
- MSA (Measurement System Analysis): Evaluation of the accuracy and reliability of measurement systems.

This comprehensive approach ensures that companies can efficiently address their operational challenges, improve resource utilization, and maintain quality standards.