Manufacturing Advisory Service

MAS North East

The MAS North East Service was formed in October 2008 to be the focus of practical assistance for North East manufacturers. Created by the joining of 2 highly successful programmes: the existing Manufacturing Advisory Service for the North East, North East Productivity Alliance (NEPA). The Service is operated by PA Consulting, a global management consultancy with a history of transforming the performance of organisations.

Simple journey for all clients

Central point for access. Free telephone support. Core Review from an experienced Consultant to determine client requirements at no cost to the client. Extended Review to diagnose the issue(s) in greater depth and develop a plan of action for management at no cost to the client. Thorough review of activities and capture of benefits to the client

Business Operations

We work with clients to establish the key areas of the business where improvements can be made: Technical problem solving. Organisational Issues/Systems. Lean Manufacturing. Business Process Improvements. Factory/Process layout. Supply Chain. Manufacturing Strategy.

Lean Transformation

Productivity Improvements through practical support. Best Practice understanding of Lean Mfg principles to client companies. Structured 'Narrow and Deep' approach to generate significant, sustainable improvement.Practical shop floor activities embed the learning. Includes Workforce Development

Energy

Views energy as a manageable resource. Provides manufacturing organisations and their workforces with energy management and utilisation skills. Develops a systematic approach to Energy Management. Delivers prioritised interventions covering physical and cultural change. Reduces Energy Bills and Carbon Emissions

Resource efficiency

Water usage & management. Waste minimisation & management. Legislation awareness. On site generation of power & heat. ISO14001 preparation.

Design

Structured approach to establish the client's Product Introduction/Development issues. Practical help with all aspects of the design process embedding skills through training on real projects. Business impact through increase in speed to market decrease in unit cost and lead time reduction

Industry Best Practice

Industry Best Practice Visits & Seminars. The MAS-NE service offers clients the opportunity to see Best Practice in a range of North East companies. Topics include 5S, Lean Journey, Managing Change, H&S etc includes factory tour and presentations by key staff of the host company.