• May 8, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Implementing Lean Practices and Value Stream Mapping for Operational Excellence

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences > Pharmaceutical and Chemical Engineering > Oral Solid Dosage Forms Operational Excellence In Pharmaceuticals Industry (Laboratory) The client is one of the top-ranked leading pharmaceutical companies of the USA, with their operations based in Western India. The client is having more than 6500 employees. The client deals majorly in generic and specialty products. The client’s products are divided as oral solids and liquids, topicals & injectables & sterile. The client has over 200 generic and 5 specialty products. Industry: Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences Region: India Tools: Five S, spaghetti diagram, VSM, DWM, NVA Key Areas: Training for operational excellence, Improvement in workplace organization Contact Us

  • May 7, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Operational Excellence At Modular Kitchen Manufacturer

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Operational Excellence At Modular Kitchen Manufacturer The client is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers with over 13 years of experience in the kitchen industry. They have perfected the art of crafting premium modular kitchens that bring the family together. They build a kitchen from the scratch by carefully understanding all requirements and finding optimum solutions to the same. Their major products are mixer units, soft closing cabinets, pantry units, cutlery units, etc. Industry: Manufacturing Region: India Tools: OTIF, Five S, problem solving tools, VSM Key Areas: OEE Improvement, Autonomous Maintenance time reduction, MTBF increased, Skill index of operators Improvement Contact Us

  • May 6, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Operational Excellence In Healthcare Industry

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Operational Excellence In Healthcare Industry Client is one of the leading super specialty hospitals which is located about 290 Km from Mumbai, India on the Ahmednagar – Manmad State highway, is developed as an institute with special emphasis on services to the poor and non-affluent classes of the society. This Super Specialty Hospital has become a major support for Medical treatment for farmers, labors and workers of the rural area. Everyday more than 1000 patients come to this hospital to be cured. Industry: Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences Region: India Tools: Inventory Management, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Five S (5S) Contact Us

  • May 5, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Operational Excellence in the Flower Industry with 68% Reduction in Rejections and 53% Inventory Cost Savings

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Commercial Farms > Agricultural > Horticulture and Plant Cultivation Operation Excellence in Flower Farm Industry The farm is situated on the Aberdare Mountain range, Kenya at altitude above sea level of 2,250 meters. The farm selects varieties from the intermediate range, currently has several bi-colors in production, the anticipated expansion will give the client an opportunity to introduce a wide range of other flowers. Industry: Commercial Farms Region: East Africa Tools: Cause and Effect Analysis,7 Quality Control Tools (7QC Tools), Inventory Management Key Areas: Field Rejections reduce, Pack house Rejections reduction, Productivity improvement, Customer Complaint reduction, Inventory carrying cost reduction Contact Us

  • May 2, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Achieving Operational Excellence in Fishing Flies and Lures Manufacturing: 80% Reduction in Quality Rejections and 90% Decrease in Customer Complaints

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Operational Excellence at Fishing Flies and Lures Manufacturer The client, manufacturer of fishing flies specializes in supplying high-quality flies matched with an unusually reliable and accommodating quality of service. For almost a decade they have been supplying to businesses and fly distributors all over the world with a huge selection of over 3,000 high-quality flies. A highly attentive and personal service, where every order is dealt individually, from start to finish. Industry: Manufacturing Region: East Africa Tools: Five S (5S), Daily Work Management (DWM)) Key Areas: Quality rejection reduction, Customer complaints reduction, Wastage reduction, On time full deliveries improvement, Contact Us

  • May 1, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

53% Inventory Reduction and 61% Breakdown Reduction Through Operational Excellence

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Commercial Farms > Tea Manufacturing and Processing Operation Excellence in Tea Manufacturing Industry Based in East Africa, client is a global leader in production of high-quality tea with reach across countries and a significant share of the East African market. The estate is located 10 kilometers east of Limuru town and about 40 kilometers North West of the city of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, making it easily accessible from Nairobi. Major products include variety of tea with premium brands and various flavors. Industry: Commercial Farms Region: East Africa Tools: Autonomous Maintenance (AM), 7 Quality Control Tools (7QC tools), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Key Areas: Finished Goods Inventory reduction, Breakdown of key machines reduction, Leaf Quality improvement Contact Us

  • February 17, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Achieving 19% Inventory Reduction and Eliminating Stock-Outs Through Operational Excellence

Operational Excellence At Cryogenic Tanks Manufacturer Client is world’s second largest and India’s largest manufacturer offering comprehensive cryogenic liquid and gas transportation, storage and distribution solutions to the industrial gas industry, oil field service industry as well as LNG industry. Client’s major products are Storage tanks, Transportation tanks, Vaporizer, Cylinder filling system, etc. It comprises of four companies which perfectly complement each other through their individual product range, technical expertise and geographical location. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Daily Work Management (DWM), Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Download Engineering > Assmebly Lines > Pump Manufacturing Operational Excellence In Pump Industry Based in western India, the client is a leading manufacturer of submersible pumps, with a strong presence across the country and a significant share of the Indian market. Their major products include Oil Fill Pumps, Water Fill Pumps, and more. They are also a prominent supplier of Oil Fill Pumps for exports. To drive manufacturing excellence, the client focused on operational excellence in manufacturing through strategic process improvements. By implementing robust inventory management practices, significant strides were made in optimizing stock levels and reducing wastage. These improvements directly contributed to productivity improvement, enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening their competitive position in both the domestic and export markets. Industry: Engineering Region: India Tools: Inventory management, ABC Analysis, Kanban Key Areas: Reduction in inventory levels, Stock out incidents Reduction, Response times & service Improvement Contact Us

  • January 13, 2025
  • Faber Infinite

Efficiency is the Key: Why Operational Excellence is Non-Negotiable in Today’s Economy

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, manufacturing industries face mounting pressure to stay competitive. To keep up with global demand, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, businesses must pivot quickly and adopt better practices for day-to-day operations. This is where operational excellence becomes a game-changer. For manufacturing sectors, operational excellence is not just a trend, it’s a necessity that has a profound impact on how effectively organizations scale and adapt. The Growing Need for Efficiency In a world driven by increasing consumer demand, supply chain disruptions, and constant technological changes, operational inefficiencies can be detrimental. The global economy requires businesses to do more with less: fewer resources, tighter budgets, and shrinking timelines. Manufacturing firms can no longer afford the luxury of sloppy, outdated processes that waste valuable time and money. With such high demands, operational excellence provides a clear path to reducing inefficiencies, ensuring a competitive advantage. What is Operational Excellence? Operational excellence refers to an organizational mindset centered on continuously improving processes, reducing costs, eliminating waste, and boosting productivity. By achieving a standard of excellence, organizations can sustain long-term profitability, foster customer loyalty, and position themselves for success despite economic uncertainties. In the manufacturing industry, operational excellence is driven by strategies like Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Total Quality Management (TQM), each of which helps companies evaluate and streamline their workflow and practices. Why Operational Excellence is Essential in the Manufacturing Sector Cost Reduction and Profitability The manufacturing sector traditionally faces tight margins. Inefficiencies, such as bottlenecks on production lines, machine downtime, or poor inventory management, quickly turn into lost profits. By improving efficiency in core operations, manufacturers reduce waste, optimize production schedules, and lower the cost of quality. This ultimately contributes to healthier profit margins while simultaneously improving the company’s ability to offer competitive prices. Improved Productivity and Output Operational excellence principles guide manufacturers in eliminating redundancies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. In turn, these improvements generate higher productivity on the production floor. A commitment to operational excellence ensures that your workforce, equipment, and systems are all aligned to work in harmony, driving consistent output and faster time-to-market. Manufacturers benefit from improved workflows, automated systems, and better-trained teams, which collectively support higher throughput. Enhanced Quality Control The pursuit of operational excellence emphasizes the importance of consistency, and nowhere is that more important than in maintaining product quality. Through processes like Lean and Six Sigma, organizations implement robust checks and standards for quality assurance. By detecting problems before they reach consumers, manufacturers can avoid costly recalls and dissatisfaction, strengthening their brand and reputation for reliable products. Adaptability in a Competitive Market The ever-evolving marketplace demands that manufacturing organizations remain agile. Companies must adapt to shifting regulations, consumer preferences, and emerging technologies. A key component of operational excellence is fostering adaptability. In a culture focused on operational efficiency, organizations can more easily respond to changes in supply chain dynamics, and adjust workflows to accommodate technological advancements, allowing companies to maintain a competitive edge. Faber Infinite Consulting: Driving Excellence for Manufacturers At Faber Infinite Consulting, we have seen firsthand how operational excellence drives incredible transformation for manufacturing clients. Whether through warehouse layout design, strategic manufacturing plant design, or workforce optimization, we have supported a variety of manufacturers in refining their operations to improve efficiency and productivity. One example of the impact we have made is our work with one of India’s leading solar panel manufacturers, where our engagement led to a remarkable 25% increase in revenue growth, achieved by optimizing production layouts, workflow processes, and material handling systems. Similarly, we helped a global pharmaceutical manufacturer improve operational efficiency by implementing Six Sigma principles, leading to a 33% improvement in overall productivity. The Results Speak for Themselves Faber Infinite’s approach combines cutting-edge tools and methodologies to foster continuous improvement. By focusing on operational excellence, we help manufacturers create sustainable, scalable systems that stand the test of time—making them more resilient to disruptions and capable of navigating the complexities of a globalized, ever-changing economy. By partnering with Faber Infinite Consulting, manufacturing organizations are empowered to embrace a culture of excellence that drives not just profitability, but long-term success. If your organization is ready to take its operations to the next level, reach out to us. Let us help you achieve a leaner, more efficient future.

  • May 1, 2024
  • Faber Infinite

Operational Excellence

Who we are We Transform Organizations Excellence is a gradual result of always striving to do better. To achieve excellence, continuous profit & growth, enhanced customer satisfaction is the key which can be achieved, if everyone in organization is performing Right Functions with Right Thinking and working in the Right Direction. But how to transform organizations and build a culture of excellence where people perform right functions with right thinking and work in the right direction? Team Faber Infinite strongly believes that organizational success depends primarily on three aspects of Strategy, Operations and Design; with limitless opportunities to improve the same. It is formed with sole purpose of crafting growth opportunities of any organization. Faber Infinite Consulting is one of the finest Management Consulting and Capacity Building organizations with expertise in helping our client companies’ implement Transformation (Change) Management systems in order to become more effective, efficient and flexible in their operations. We are committed to help our clients to build successful enterprise, always striving for excellence, by establishing a culture of strategic, operational & design excellence; in order to transform. We strongly believe that ‘One size doesn’t fit all.’ We don’t do ‘cookie cutter’. Our novel methodology of tailor made implementation approach for each organization helps companies to achieve continuous benefits and customer satisfaction through continual improvement. Our delivery is entirely focusing on the real place of action approach with real people and real problems in real time. What to Expect? Over the past 20 year, to the consulting has been the first career step for many of the most talented young business leader. Read More Explore Roles Our consulting, Whatever your career aspirations, we likely have the perfect role for you. Read More Company goal We are providing the best and suitable financial consultation services for people. Read More Meet us! Hiring and developing truly exceptional people which is why we go out of our way to meet you online. Read More WHAT WE OFFER Everything starts with a Marketing plan There are many variations of passages of available but the majority have suffered. Alteration in some form, lipsum is simply free text by injected humou or randomised words even believable. Increase your conversion rate Helping innovators and brands through cultural insight, strategic vision, and innovation. End-to-end encryption for messages Helping innovators and brands through cultural insight, strategic vision, and innovation. FIND OUT MORE Helping Clients Operate Better Team Faber Infinite strongly believes that organizational success is primarily driven by the ‘People’ with focus on three aspects: Strategy, Operations and Design Excellence. ‘Operational Excellence’ is a key element for efficient and effective execution in any organization. Operational Excellence is among one of the core areas focused on by Faber Infinite to help its clients operate better. Many organizations face problems in the field of operational activities. In the operational Excellence arena, Faber Infinite offers several customizable modules to build and sustain high performance teams. Equipment Management Equipment Management is as important as managing the manpower. Ensuring that equipment is up and ready for use and delivering at rated capacity and quality. This is one of the important factors for increasing productivity. This includes various pillars of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) like Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Planned Maintenance (PM) with measures like Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR). Lean Six Sigma Lean Six Sigma aims at maximizing customer value by waste reduction or elimination and by reducing the number of defects by solving problems effectively. Lean Six Sigma helps to increase the speed and effectiveness of processes thus leading to an increase in profits. Lean Six Sigma includes Total Quality Management (TQM), 7 QC Tools, Low Cost Automation, Poka Yoke, Six Sigma Achievement (DMAIC) etc. Lean and Green Lean and Green aims to promote organizations to move to an advanced level of sustainability, by implementation of measures which not only reduces cost but also helps to reduce the environmental pollution and load on the environment. It includes green value stream mapping. It also includes energy audit that will help to better utilize and optimize the use of resources. Operational Excellence Foundation Operational Excellence Foundation includes physical workplace improvement, awareness about waste elimination and understanding the basic stability of man, method, materials, and machines. Physical workplace improvement is all about Six S (Five S + Safety). Awareness about waste elimination includes the understanding of muda, mura and muri. The objective of OE foundations is to help the organization work on inefficiencies, stress, and variations. Flow Management Flow management includes improving flow via tools like Value Stream Mapping (VSM), line design or cellular layout, inventory management, Kanban, Quick Change Over or SMED, supply chain management, etc. The objective is to improve the flow of material and information to enhance the efficiencies. Tools like Value stream mapping includes current and future state maps, Line design includes line balancing and design, Cellular layout includes workstation design. Inventory management includes KANBAN, milk runs, supplier management etc. Business Process Reengineering Business Process Reengineering refers to restructuring or revamping the core business processes to achieve improvements in productivity. It involves business process mapping, putting standards and procedures in place and streamline the business flow. Sustenance Management All the above can be achieved, but what is important and difficult is making OE a part of organization’s culture. As the organizations start reaping gains with OE practices, it needs to understand that it is not a one-time process, it needs to be a continuous activity. It is easy to improve but difficult to sustain. 90% of the organizations which start structured improvement initiative complain that they do implement OE tools but sustenance has always been an issue. Faber Infinite helps the client with a tool that – Daily work Management (DWM) to solve this issue of sustenance. DWM has its roots and origin in the Japanese style of Management. It is an approach focused on retaining and improving the performance of a company on Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety

  • February 7, 2024
  • Faber Infinite

Lean Facility Design©: The Key to Operational Excellence

Whether you are starting a new venture, revamping existing operations, or expanding your current facility, there is one groundbreaking framework that can make a substantial difference – Lean Facility Design©, or LFD. Developed and crafted by the skilled minds at Team Faber Infinite Consulting, this unique framework promises to revolutionize the way you approach facility design and layout optimization. A Versatile Solution for Various Needs One of the most remarkable aspects of LFD is its versatility. It caters to a wide range of organizational needs. Whether you’re venturing into a new greenfield project and need to design an entirely new layout, or you’re taking on a brownfield project or expanding an existing facility, Lean Facility Design© has you covered. It empowers you to create flexible, effective, and efficient facilities right from the very beginning. An Approach to Excellence Lean Facility Design© (LFD) follows a structured approach that includes: Enhancing the flow of manufacturing, from receiving raw materials to delivering finished products, and optimizing warehouse space. Planning workforce requirements effectively. Designing inventory systems for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods. Analyzing capacity and developing strategies for scaling up. Designing material handling and storage systems based on First In, First Out (FIFO) principles. Crucially, crafting efficient and comprehensive layouts, among other essential components. This method typically yields a range of benefits, such as space reduction, optimized flow design, reduced capital expenditure in specific operational areas, decreased throughput time, superior layout design, enhanced workforce productivity, and well-sized logistics equipment planning. An Illustrative View of Benefits Manpower productivity is one of the standout benefits of Lean Facility Design©. Clients have reported substantial improvements, with production per person per month soaring by an impressive 38%. The impacts are not limited to productivity alone; other vital parameters have seen significant improvements of nearly 80%. Throughput times are streamlined, ensuring that your operations become more responsive and agile. The value-adding ratio, a crucial indicator of efficiency, showcases substantial enhancements. Additionally, Lean Facility Design© has a profound impact on inventory management. Clients have witnessed a dramatic reduction in inventory levels at various stages, dropping from a lengthy 90 days to as low as 15 days. This means capital is no longer tied up in excessive stock, freeing up resources for other critical needs. The Seamless Integration of Lean Principles What sets Lean Facility Design© apart is its natural ability to integrate seamlessly with traditional Lean methodologies. Lean principles are about achieving the most efficient and effective processes, and Lean Facility Design© helps set clear performance metrics right from the outset. This ensures that your facility is geared to meet the evolving needs of your organization. By doing so, the challenges associated with cultural change can be defensively avoided, making the transition from conventional practices to best practices a smoother and more natural progression. In essence, Lean Facility Design© is the tool you need to re-imagine your facility and layout optimization. It provides a systematic and comprehensive approach to designing facilities that are not just efficient, but adaptable, cost-effective, and well-suited to the demands of the modern business landscape. If you’re seeking excellence in facility design, LFD is your key to success.