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Optimization of Supply Chain Management for Vehicle Dynamics Systems at a Premium Automaker

We realigned the supply management process for a premium automaker in the area of vehicle dynamics systems. Our focus was on preventive supply assurance and the implementation of a cross-commodity approach. The goal was to increase efficiency and improve responsiveness to critical supply issues.

Background

The automaker’s procurement department was increasingly burdened with reacting to supply issues. There was a lack of standardization and centralization within supply chain management. New processes, functions, and roles had to be implemented to enable proactive capacity and supply management.

Specific Task Description

Our role involved centrally coordinating and actively supporting key initiatives in care management. We were tasked with supporting the launch of new, highly critical care initiatives and establishing a unified database. In addition, we were responsible for defining a standard care process and associated organizational structures, and for enabling the organization to use the internal system.

KBC Approach

We developed an organizational structure, including resource requirements, which was approved by divisional management. Building on this, we designed the processes and communication channels for piloting the new care management initiative. A accountability model with clear escalation levels was implemented to improve the quality of decision-making regarding new critical care issues. The model was supported and supplemented by newly created templates and standard documents, utilizing existing internal systems and relevant interface partners.

Portrait photo of Larissa Fahrmeier, Director at Kemény Boehme Consultants (KBC). A woman with shoulder-length, dark brown curly hair smiles broadly at the camera. She is wearing an elegant white chiffon blouse with black ruffles and a button placket over dark blue dress pants, as well as a delicate silver necklace and a silver wristwatch; both hands are confidently placed on her hips, and she has an energetic and open posture.
Portrait photo of Larissa Fahrmeier, Director at Kemény Boehme Consultants (KBC). A woman with shoulder-length, dark brown curly hair smiles broadly at the camera. She is wearing an elegant white chiffon blouse with black ruffles and a button placket over dark blue dress pants, as well as a delicate silver necklace and a silver wristwatch; both hands are confidently placed on her hips, and she has an energetic and open posture.
Larissa Fahrmeier
Director

Impact Achieved

Our approach made it possible to increase standardization and centralization within the division’s supply management. The new organizational structure and defined processes led to improved preventive supply assurance. The quality of decision-making on new critical supply issues was significantly enhanced through clear lines of responsibility and escalation levels. Overall, a more efficient and proactive supply management system was established, which reduced the workload on the specialized procurement team and improved the company’s responsiveness.