Praestar Consulting has been able to help manufacturers in several ways. Following are some case studies related to specific areas of improvement:

Safety and Production Quality

Production Throughput

Business Development

Sales Management

Production Throughput

Praestar Consulting can reduce time-to-market and manufacturing cycle time through the use of Lean Manufacturing and Project Management techniques.

Case Study

Who: Major Manufacturer of Grinding Equipment for the Automotive Industry

Problem: Acquired company needed to demonstrate improved profitability to new parent company.

Solution: We analyzed the cost drivers within the Company and identified workers compensation insurance premiums, plant overhead, time-to-market, and direct labor as key elements. We created customized training for Plant Safety, 5S � Organization, Lean Manufacturing, and Project Management.

Benefits: Company received positive review from acquiring parent company on plant-cleanliness and organization. Additionally, plant realized improved safety record and dramatically increased profitability due to lean initiative. Praestar Technology Corporation was recognized by senior management as a key contributor to plant�s continued existence after acquisition.