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$9M
Direct value in the first year.
36,000+
hours saved of analytical work.
6-10x ROI
per investment for the client.
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A global manufacturer partnered with Aligned Automation to design and integrate a Center of Excellence, an embedded team of technical and procurement experts focused on function projects,strategic sourcing and analytical work delivering and sustaining value atspeed. The resulting solution pairs functional and digital expertise toelevate operations, allows a continuous focus on value generation while reducing operating costs and complexity, and empowers employees to shift towards more strategic tasks.
To achieve the full value of digital transformation, the manufacturer knew it needed a globally scalable model that would integrate digital solutions and adjust existing processes. A smooth transition would require a complex technical implementation in addition tochange management and employee reskilling.
As part of the transformation the teamfocused on solving the following:
Working alongside managers at the company,Aligned Automation embedded a Center of Excellence (CoE) that leveraged their deep knowledge of supply chain systems functions and resources.CoE team members focused on (1) strategic work, including goal setting, project planning and negotiations, and (2) analytical work, reviewing data insights and driving efficiencies through process enablement and machine learning for high value projects. This centralized group of experts complemented the client’s procurement teams around the globe by running short term strategy and tactics,allowing the client’s employees to focus on Next Generation Procurement strategies.
A key enabler of the CoE operating model isthe comprehensive use of a Nerve Center solution to streamline practices and drive efficiencies along the value chain. Managed real-time inthe Nerve Center are Procure to Pay processes, KPIs, Supplier Relationship Management, Spend Analytics, and all Procurement projects and initiatives,ensuring complete visibility and inter-relationships across previously siloedteams.
CoE consultants – an extension of the primary procurement center – helped drive value capture initiatives and enhance supplier relationships. CoE optimized solutions have resulted in $9Msavings for strategic projects within the first year, and the analytical team has driven efficiencies while freeing up 36,000 hours of employee time to focus on strategy, innovation and alignment. ROI for theclient ranges from 6-10x per investment made within the CoE,delivering and sustaining fast, cost-effective value.
In building an effective and scalable team while uniting cross-functional efficiencies, the client has accelerated forward-thinking digital strategies and maximized relevant skillsets for the future.
