Supplier management

Having a robust and reliable supply chain is essential to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of any organisation, applying equally to goods and services

Weak links in the chain, regardless of the size or complexity, can exposure the organisation to operational disruption, customer failure and/or significant costs penalties. At Breakthrough we provide a framework for collaboration and continuous improvement to achieve a win-win scenario for those concerned

The scope of our solutions provision can be;

As narrow as a single supplier or part or service
Focused on a specific commodity
A range of supply from a specific region
Complete supply chains

Regardless of scope we expect to significantly impact the quality, cost, delivery, safety and environmental performance of the supply

The Supplier Management tools we deploy in a robust and pragmatic way can include;

Relationship management
Effective supplier selection (including Open Book Costing)
Performance measurement
Quality management
Lean and continuous improvement roll out
Design for manufacture and assembly
Risk management

As a result we create more open relationships, focused on adding value, increasing collaborative opportunities and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner

Value Chain Management

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