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Survival in economic turmoil:
Strategies for success in the manufacturing industry

Featuring client case studies:

Moving through the economic downturn: a way forward for the automotive industry
Hear how this automotive supplier quickly got back to profit in challenging economic times by developing an enterprise-wide performance improvement programme focused on re-negotiating contracts with suppliers and adopting lean thinking.

Inalfa Roof Systems - Minimising costs through a restructure of Operations, Engineering and Purchasing
Discover how Inalfa Roof Systems mitigated the risk of potentially damaging cost overruns by implementing a cultural change programme and a new Low Cost Country strategy to realise 0.5% more EBIT margin, with a further anticipated 1.5% more EBIT margin expected in the coming year.

Fiat Auto - Maximising performance improvement by consistent cost control
In an unstable economic climate, learn how Fiat Auto has delivered cost savings of over €100 million by developing a total understanding of their cost base and implementing innovative cost-saving ideas to drive future business growth and stability.

Full case study information is available after registration.

This highly interactive webinar session for manufacturers enables you to create a detailed action plan based on 7 key proven steps:

Design, develop and implement an enterprise-wide improvement plan to return profits
Analyse the impact of the economic environment: determine the winners and losers
Utilise Lean, SRM and R&D strategies to operational efficiency
Review your manufacturing footprint and assess necessary changes to improve efficiencies
Assess collaboration opportunities in your industry and others
Define and discuss the outlook ahead – what impact will the next 6-12 months have?
Create a clear strategy for supplier pricing

Following the presentation you will have the opportunity to submit your questions during an interactive Q&A session.

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Webinar Leaders:

Engelbert Wimmer, Global Head of Manufacturing Industries, PA Consulting

With extensive experience in delivering substantial benefits by improving organisations strategy implementation ability Engelbert has successfully led major process re-engineering and change programmes for his clients and brings this wealth of knowledge to the webinar.

Thomas Brand, Managing Consultant, Strategy and Industries Group, PA Consulting

Focusing on business unit strategy, performance improvement, due diligence, organisational design and implementing change within the high tech and automotive industries, Thomas brings expert knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain processes to this invaluable webinar.