Issues
Optimising asset utilisation is essential to achieving the best returns on capital, so before committing to investing
in additional equipment, it is always worth challenging the capability of the resources in place. Realising that
on existing models there would be a need to add capacity in critical areas, Orchard House Foods (OHF) asked
Hansaya to propose and test alternative solutions.
The study carried out identifi ed ways of increasing the capacity of the existing equipment, as well as reducing costs in other areas, both material and labour
Hansaya Approach
The Hansaya team worked hand-in-hand with Planning, Operations, Engineering and the senior team to implement a number of key changes, as well as the “System For Management” (SFM) required to control them.
Actions Taken
Operational excellence
“The guys from Hansaya that have become a part of our team during
the time that they have been with us.
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“The speed of change that we have achieved would not have been possible without the support and tenacity of the individuals from Hansaya.
I can see how the new approach that they have helped us to begin to
instil is going to really enhance our ability to cement “The Orchard
Way” into our business as we continue to move forward with positive
change.
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“The Hansaya experience has been vital in helping us to unlock significant benefi ts in the Drinks business.
The collaborative approach of the Hansaya team has been warmly received by all the team &, whilst the journey has been challenging at
times it has ultimately been very rewarding. The real benefi t is that the project has been key in establishing the foundations on which to implement “ The Orchard Way” as the way that we manage our business.
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At Hansaya Consulting, we have one goal: to add sustainable value to our clients’ businesses, so that their investment in us is not only returned, but profitable.
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