Streamlining Complex Fabrication & Subcontracting for a Large Industrial Manufacturer
Challenge
A large manufacturer specializing in custom industrial metal components faced significant hurdles managing complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) and coordinating numerous subcontracting operations across an extensive vendor network. Lack of real-time visibility into job card progress and inefficient material transfers to subcontractors led to frequent production delays, increased administrative costs, and difficulty in meeting tight deadlines.
Solution
The implementation of SigzenMETAL provided robust tools to manage their intricate processes. The Advanced Metal Subcontracting workflow allowed configuration directly at the BOM level, automated the transfer of raw materials to job worker warehouses, and enabled the consolidation of multiple job cards into single subcontracting orders. Enhanced Job Card Functionality offered real-time status updates and integrated asset/tool tracking for improved shop floor control within the metal ERP system.
Results
The manufacturer achieved a 25% reduction in average subcontracting lead times, a 15% decrease in administrative overhead related to managing subcontracting orders, and improved their overall on-time delivery rate by 20% due to the enhanced visibility and streamlined process automation provided by SigzenMETAL.