Client Results & Business cases

EFESO conducted a feasibility study for a new 10,000-pallet automated warehouse in Romania, optimizing logistics design, layout, and CAPEX to enable scalable, efficient pharmaceutical distribution.

Implemented Lean practices across 40+ pharmaceutical labs, achieving 30% average productivity gains and 70% improvement in on-time batch releases.

Mapped end-to-end jewelry supply chain, eliminated waste across suppliers, delivering 39% lower inventory coverage.

Deployed global OpEx program across 25 plants, standardizing waste reduction practices to deliver €40M savings and 4.5M tons CO₂ reduction.

Eliminated EV battery component press bottleneck through scientific process optimization, achieving 30% productivity gain and enabling future volume growth.

Streamlined biotechnology contract manufacturing operations, reducing 18-24 month lead times by 60% and inventory by 45%.

Deployed World Class Manufacturing pilot across cosmetics plants, driving OEE from 55% to 70% through standardization.

Urea reactor failures slashed output by 50%. PM analysis traced root cause to upstream pump lubricant. Restored stable high performance.

A global chemical company launched a joint performance improvement initiative with EFESO across twelve plants on four continents. Significant improvements in cost drivers and margins were achieved.

Industrial machinery manufacturer faced complexity in custom equipment production. We implemented modular design principles, standardized components, and optimized project management, reducing lead times by 40%.

Automotive supplier needed profitability improvement for complex drive components. We established end-to-end value optimization, supplier collaboration, and cost engineering, improving margins across entire value chain.

Aerospace corporation faced fragmented digital infrastructure across divisions. We launched enterprise-wide transformation, integrated systems, and drove operational excellence, reducing operational costs by 10%.

Packaging machinery group needed lead time and inventory optimization. We conducted comprehensive value stream analysis, identified bottlenecks, and developed transformation roadmap, targeting 40% reduction potential.

Food ingredients supplier required rapid turnaround after quality issues. We stabilized operations, rebuilt quality systems, and restored customer confidence, returning to full production within 6 months.

Window manufacturer required operational turnaround amid market pressures. We restructured production, implemented lean manufacturing, and optimized supply chain, reducing costs by 30%.

Luxury automaker sought competitive advantage in EV battery systems. We analyzed technology landscape, optimized costs, and developed innovation roadmap, achieving 22% cost reduction potential.

Following assessment, Coesia required execution of transformation program. We implemented lean processes, optimized inventory management, and reduced lead times, achieving 35% working capital reduction.

Specialty chemicals leader faced cost and reliability operational challenges. We harmonized processes, implemented enterprise standard work, and optimized operations, delivering $25M in annual savings.

Automotive supplier with 21 sites faced declining EBITDA margins. We designed holistic lean transformation, deployed continuous improvement, and aligned global operations, delivering €30M in sustained savings.

Petrochemical manufacturer needed operational excellence across multiple plants. We standardized best practices, implemented digital solutions, and optimized energy usage, reducing operating costs by 15%.

Battery manufacturer needed rapid global scaling while maintaining quality. We implemented lean production, digital integration, and workforce development, supporting expansion to €60B market valuation.

Wine producer struggled with quality consistency and rising costs. We implemented Total Productive Maintenance, optimized production flow, and enhanced quality systems, achieving 81% OEE improvement.

Logistics provider needed warehouse optimization and service improvement. We redesigned warehouse layouts, implemented automation, and enhanced picking processes, increasing throughput by 35%.

Energy infrastructure operator faced aging assets and rising maintenance costs. We implemented reliability-centered maintenance, optimized turnarounds, and enhanced asset management, extending equipment life by 30%.