Developed Operating Plan to Realize 28% Gross Profit Growth for PE-Owned Printing Manufacturer

Challenge

A private equity-owned printer of high-quality graphics and packaging was experiencing declining volumes and eroding operating profits.

The company needed help assessing its operating performance and identifying areas for improvement in equipment efficiency, planning & scheduling, and capacity realization.

Approach

  • Assessed leadership and key management personnel and conducted interviews with subject matter experts
  • Analyzed operational and financial data to assess equipment performance and validated analysis with on-the-floor observations and company stakeholders
  • Communicated findings and developed action plans in coordination with company leadership to ensure buy-in
  • Provided an in-depth execution plan and timeline to improve operational performance and harvest financial benefits

Results

I.

Developed comprehensive plan to sustain operational improvements and margin growth

II.

Uncovered opportunity to improve operating profit annually by 28%

III.

Identified opportunities to increase production capacity through better asset utilization by 26%

IV.

Optimized production scheduling, inventory management, and demand forecasting

Experts