Companies: should I have strategic planning?
Posted: Mon Dec 09, 2024 5:36 am
Do you have any idea how much your company's layout affects its productivity and efficiency? A poorly planned company layout can have a negative impact on the business, affecting productivity, safety and the company's image in the eyes of customers. Planning aims to overcome challenges related to inefficient use of space, disorganized flow of materials and people and high costs through the stockholder database physical organization of machines, equipment, tools, finished products and labor.
Thus, layout optimization provides benefits such as cost and waste reduction, improved production flow and increased storage capacity. Inefficiencies in the layout, for example, can result in losses of up to 30% of production time due to the transportation of materials and products, a process that could be optimized by organizing the layout.
Furthermore, poorly planned layouts can result in problems such as material handling inefficiencies, safety hazards and unsuitable working environments. In addition, poor layout choices can lead to long process times, inflexible operations, high costs, poor adherence and unpredictable flows.
Main problems of a poorly organized layout
1- Increase in Accidents and Lack of Safety
Excessive Movements: A disorganized layout can lead to excessive and unnecessary movements, increasing the risk of accidents.
Crossing Flows: The lack of a logical flow of people and machines can cause collisions and accidents
Poor Monitoring: Isolated and difficult-to-view areas hinder security and increase the risk of theft and unauthorized entry
2-Inadequate packaging
Environmental Control: Products and processes that require specific temperature, humidity and ventilation conditions may be compromised, leading to financial losses and health risks
3-Lack of control over production progress
Lack of Logical Sequence: Tasks performed out of order cause delays and increase rework, compromising efficiency.
Product Mixing: Improper handling can lead to product mixing, causing non-standardization.
4-Reduction in Productivity and Profit
Longer Cycles: Disorganized layout results in longer operating cycles and increased costs
Unnecessary Expenses: A poorly planned layout can require more employees and resources, increasing operating costs and reducing profits.
5-Bottlenecks and Idleness
Congestion: Lack of efficient flow can cause congestion and production pauses
Bottlenecks: Organizational problems can create bottlenecks, where production stops or is delayed.
Is your company experiencing any of these problems?
The benefits of a planned layout
On the other hand, layouts that consider ergonomics, privacy and the suitability of furniture and equipment not only prevent work-related injuries, but also promote employee well-being and satisfaction. This is crucial, as safe and comfortable work environments increase team motivation and efficiency.
More than that, a flexible and well-planned layout allows for the efficient implementation of new technologies and processes, ensuring that the company remains competitive and agile in a constantly evolving business environment. In this sense, here are some of the main benefits of this organization.
Ease of Operation : Improves communication and operation in the production process.
Increased Efficiency : More efficient workflow and increased productivity.
Reduced Waste : Less waste of materials and better use of space. 2.
Better Control : Facilitates monitoring and control of activities.
But do you see this in industries near you?
Toyota's Georgetown, Kentucky, plant in the United States, for example, has undergone several layout rearrangements over the years to accommodate changes in demand, new model introductions, and continuous improvements in production processes. These layout rearrangements were designed based on principles such as cell production, where different process steps are grouped into compact, efficient units.
These layout rearrangement efforts have helped Toyota maintain high levels of efficiency and flexibility in its manufacturing operations, enabling them to respond quickly to changing market and customer needs.
Casa do Motoqueiro, located in Campinas, is another example of a company that reorganized its store layout and chose to do so in partnership with Líder. The changes made the store more functional and increased customer attraction, with a comfortable, efficient and inviting environment. To learn more about this case, read – Reorganizing the Layout: its impact on a motorcycle parts store
Want to know if this is the case for your company? Líder can help you! For those looking to improve their knowledge or need specialized assistance in this area, we encourage you to contact us to find out more. This step can be decisive in transforming challenges into opportunities, allowing your company to not only meet current demands, but also to prepare robustly for the future. Don't waste time and schedule a completely free diagnosis right now and get ready to transform your company.
Thus, layout optimization provides benefits such as cost and waste reduction, improved production flow and increased storage capacity. Inefficiencies in the layout, for example, can result in losses of up to 30% of production time due to the transportation of materials and products, a process that could be optimized by organizing the layout.
Furthermore, poorly planned layouts can result in problems such as material handling inefficiencies, safety hazards and unsuitable working environments. In addition, poor layout choices can lead to long process times, inflexible operations, high costs, poor adherence and unpredictable flows.
Main problems of a poorly organized layout
1- Increase in Accidents and Lack of Safety
Excessive Movements: A disorganized layout can lead to excessive and unnecessary movements, increasing the risk of accidents.
Crossing Flows: The lack of a logical flow of people and machines can cause collisions and accidents
Poor Monitoring: Isolated and difficult-to-view areas hinder security and increase the risk of theft and unauthorized entry
2-Inadequate packaging
Environmental Control: Products and processes that require specific temperature, humidity and ventilation conditions may be compromised, leading to financial losses and health risks
3-Lack of control over production progress
Lack of Logical Sequence: Tasks performed out of order cause delays and increase rework, compromising efficiency.
Product Mixing: Improper handling can lead to product mixing, causing non-standardization.
4-Reduction in Productivity and Profit
Longer Cycles: Disorganized layout results in longer operating cycles and increased costs
Unnecessary Expenses: A poorly planned layout can require more employees and resources, increasing operating costs and reducing profits.
5-Bottlenecks and Idleness
Congestion: Lack of efficient flow can cause congestion and production pauses
Bottlenecks: Organizational problems can create bottlenecks, where production stops or is delayed.
Is your company experiencing any of these problems?
The benefits of a planned layout
On the other hand, layouts that consider ergonomics, privacy and the suitability of furniture and equipment not only prevent work-related injuries, but also promote employee well-being and satisfaction. This is crucial, as safe and comfortable work environments increase team motivation and efficiency.
More than that, a flexible and well-planned layout allows for the efficient implementation of new technologies and processes, ensuring that the company remains competitive and agile in a constantly evolving business environment. In this sense, here are some of the main benefits of this organization.
Ease of Operation : Improves communication and operation in the production process.
Increased Efficiency : More efficient workflow and increased productivity.
Reduced Waste : Less waste of materials and better use of space. 2.
Better Control : Facilitates monitoring and control of activities.
But do you see this in industries near you?
Toyota's Georgetown, Kentucky, plant in the United States, for example, has undergone several layout rearrangements over the years to accommodate changes in demand, new model introductions, and continuous improvements in production processes. These layout rearrangements were designed based on principles such as cell production, where different process steps are grouped into compact, efficient units.
These layout rearrangement efforts have helped Toyota maintain high levels of efficiency and flexibility in its manufacturing operations, enabling them to respond quickly to changing market and customer needs.
Casa do Motoqueiro, located in Campinas, is another example of a company that reorganized its store layout and chose to do so in partnership with Líder. The changes made the store more functional and increased customer attraction, with a comfortable, efficient and inviting environment. To learn more about this case, read – Reorganizing the Layout: its impact on a motorcycle parts store
Want to know if this is the case for your company? Líder can help you! For those looking to improve their knowledge or need specialized assistance in this area, we encourage you to contact us to find out more. This step can be decisive in transforming challenges into opportunities, allowing your company to not only meet current demands, but also to prepare robustly for the future. Don't waste time and schedule a completely free diagnosis right now and get ready to transform your company.