Transforming towards integrated planning excellence
A leading pharmaceutical company undergoing a comprehensive supply chain reorganization was simultaneously implementing OMP+, an advanced planning system (APS), to support its complex supply chain planning and operations. The transformation exposed structural challenges: planning processes overlapped, roles and responsibilities lacked clarity, and overall coordination across the supply chain remained inconsistent. As a result, opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce production lead times were not fully realized.
Ambition: A standardized framework for scalable and efficient planning
To support its transformation journey, the company aimed to establish a standardized and cohesive supply chain planning framework. The objective was to create a robust foundation that would sustain continuous improvement, increase operational efficiency, and enhance responsiveness across the end-to-end value chain. Strengthening planning maturity and aligning processes with system capabilities were critical priorities.
How we helped: Building a future-proof planning framework
An end-to-end supply chain process framework was developed to align planning activities across functions and sites. Through structured process design workshops, both current and future states were documented, enabling a clear transition path. Planning maturity was assessed against SCOR and APICS standards, providing objective benchmarks and identifying improvement opportunities. In parallel, planning processes were mapped to system solutions within ERP and advanced planning systems, ensuring alignment between business needs and digital capabilities.
Results: Enhanced efficiency, clarity, and responsiveness
The transformation resulted in improved planning efficiency and stronger coordination across the organization. Clear definition of roles and responsibilities increased accountability and reduced overlaps. At the same time, the skills and proficiency of the planning function got elevated by planning capabilities. More consistent processes and better system alignment contributed to reduced lead times and improved overall supply chain responsiveness, positioning the organization for sustained operational excellence.
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