4 Ways Manufacturing Project Managers' Job Is Easier With Factory Reality
The more we work with manufacturing project managers in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, the clearer it is that 3D laser scanning & reality capture is transforming how capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects are conceived, quoted and executed.
1. What’s above & around the project area can be crystal clear
A critical starting point for any project is determining what exists all around in the space of a project. Recently we went to a sausage manufacturer that wanted to invest in an elevated pallet automation project. According to the 2D layout, everything looked fine. But, once you walked into the space, the HVAC piping, not shown in the layout, caused their automation supplier to make significant design changes that unexpectedly shot the cost up and brought the pallet capacity down.
2. Don’t waste time taking measurements
It’s not uncommon for existing equipment to come from another area or a remote factory. When those facilities are on the Factory Reality platform, getting exact measurements is as simple as logging on and immediately taking a few measurements. You don’t even have to get up from your desk. This also means you no longer have to worry about missing a measurement during discovery. Since you always have access to the factory scan, you simply open it up, snap the measurement and move on with your day.
3. Suppliers can help themselves
There is no question that great suppliers are worth their weight in gold. With Factory Reality, your trusted suppliers will have access to your factory’s scan. They’ll see the project area and take measurements without needing to come on-site. This simple capability can eliminate the need to host multiple vendors during discovery and back and forth communication. Often, quotes are submitted faster and projects start earlier.
4. Clearer communication helps get project approval
You work hard to prove your project impact and ROI. Ultimately, budget approval is what can make or break a proposal. Fully contextual walk-throughs of the project area help managers and stakeholders understand the details as well as you do. When you understand the details, you have the visibility to "walk them through the factory floor” too, all while in the conference room.
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