Production network strategy

The demands on manufacturing companies are extremely complex both internally and externally. Internally, companies face the challenge of managing complex production processes, coordinating the multitude of product variants, and efficiently utilizing personnel resources. Externally, they are confronted with geopolitical risks, trade barriers, and potential disruptions in the supply chain. Against this backdrop, careful production network planning is essential to maximize supply chain efficiency, minimize potential disruptions, and ensure competitiveness. Forward-looking planning enables companies to prepare for the demands of the global market and strengthen their resilience.

Our approach to production network planning begins with a comprehensive network analysis, which includes a detailed assessment of the internal and external environment of the company and the derivation of forecasts. Subsequently, the definition of strategic guidelines by management takes place, where the production and network strategy is formulated. This step is crucial because subsequent changes within the company must align with the strategic guidelines and the vision of the company to support and not hinder them. Based on the results of the network analysis and the established strategies, action areas are identified and possible network alternatives are formulated that correspond to the strategic guidelines. This tailored approach enables us to develop targeted production network planning that is aligned with the specific requirements and goals of our company.

With 40 years of experience in strategy and operations, we are your competent partner for production strategies, production networks and factory planning. Our high level of expertise in the strategic and operational areas of production extends beyond the automotive industry to general industry. Our many years of experience enable us to offer you innovative and practical solutions based on a deep understanding of industry-specific requirements. As part of a global engineering group with a diverse range of production sites, we are familiar with the challenges of redefining and implementing production strategies in an established environment.

Our well-founded approach to production network planning at Dürr Consulting begins with a comprehensive analysis of the current situation and the definition of a clear target picture in order to create a solid basis for a structured selection process and the detailing of your individual production network design. Transparency and traceability for all parties involved are of crucial importance in order to create the acceptance that is essential for the successful implementation of new production networks. In addition, we can support you in implementing the production network with comprehensive project management services and further technical advice as needed. Our services also include a flexibility & changeability assessment to support the implementation of a flexibility-oriented strategy. If the implementation of your production network requires a new production site in the medium term, our experienced consultants are also available to help you with the site search and master planning. Benefit from our knowledge and experience to make your production strategy efficient and future-proof.