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Steen Hansen, CEO“Despite having a cool design as a prototype, high volume manufacturing can end up with costly assembly solutions. That’s where we come in, as early as the designing process,” states Hansen. With individual customer designs that can require as many as 40 to 60 different suppliers and thousands of parts sourced worldwide, working on the rationalization of the supply chain upstream and simplifying the design and the final assembly process can have a huge impact. Bossard thoroughly investigates the entire production process and helps design the most efficient assembly lines—with a key focus on fasteners— for a faster time to market (TTM). The company then leverages its logistics services to install weight scale systems throughout the factory together data intelligence using their software to help improve the manufacturing efficiencies. Bossard initially establishes parameters for automated reorder points based on the weights in the bins, which reflect an exact number of pieces remaining. This allows Bossard’s customers to operate with leaner inventory levels without the need to physically take an inventory and place orders. “We help clients with measuring manufacturing parts consumption, and ensure that they have the right parts at the right time,” says Hansen. Bossard’s AI-powered Smart Factory Logistics systems allow organizations to carry smaller inventories by tracking accurate information regarding supplies in real-time, in turn, elevates the efficiency.
In the spirit of Industry 4.0, this technology also provides insight into how much material is being consumed within a specific window of time at an individual workstation. It also helps the manufacturing unit cut costs by ensuring that the factory does not face any downtime due to unavailability of the supplies.
We help clients measure consumption, and ensure that they have the right parts at the right time
Hansen provides examples of two customers deriving positive results from the solution. The first is of a factory that ran out of fasteners and led to a production line being down. That situation provided reason to install Bossard’s Smart Factory Logistics system and allowed the client to monitor their inventory and accurately measure requirements on a daily basis and predict which parts would run out and when based on actual physical inventory. Through the solution, Bossard streamlined their entire supply chain resulting in a manufacturing process with no more downtime. In the second case, the company helped one of their clients properly design a bolted joint. Given the precision in Bossard’s designing, the number of fasteners required from the prototyping to the final product for the client was cut in half, and it also helped to reduce the assembly time. Bossard reached a milestone in 2017 by enabling all of their SmartBins with wireless capability, which currently allows their clients to place the weight scales throughout the entire factory. Another recent development is their SmartLabel, an electronic label that allows an operator to simply press a button for replenishment directly from the warehouse. “We can connect to all ERP and MRP systems and produce EDI files and other media the manufacturer wants to use,” Hansen adds. The electronic labels also have the capability to connect with third-party suppliers into an environment so that customers can not only buy products but also manage every part used in the factory and provide consumption data to all the departments that need it, including logistics, procurement, and the financial departments.
Bossard's practical training certified by École des Ponts Business School
Thursday, October 05, 2023
• Investing in employees to deliver exceptional customer value: Bossard collaborates with École des Ponts Business School on Key Account Management (KAD) Certificate.
• Graduates earn 21 ECTS credits and have the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree.
• The success of the program is reflected in the performance of the Key Account Development teams, which achieve significant increases in customer satisfaction, retention and loyalty.
The Bossard Group , a leading strategic partner for industrial fastening and assembly technology solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with École des Ponts Business School in Paris for its Key Account Development (KAD) program. This collaboration signals Bossard’s commitment to empowering its employees and enhancing its customer relationships through continuous professional development.
The KAD program is a sales leadership development training that has been successfully running for seven years. Over this period, more than 100 Bossard employees from around the world have benefited from this comprehensive program. By completing the KAD program, employees have not only enhanced their personal development but also contributed significantly to Bossard’s business goals.
A recognized certificate program
“The partnership with École des Ponts Business School shows that we continue our successful path of adding value to our employees as well as to our business. We are very proud of what our colleagues have achieved so far through the KAD program and will continue this successful journey,” says Henryk Filak, Program Director Global Key Account Development Group Sales & Marketing.
Through the collaboration with École des Ponts Business School, the Bossard KAD program is taking a significant step forward. It has been approved as an École des Ponts academic program, offering future graduates an official and globally recognized business school certificate earning 21 ECTS credits. This certificate opens doors for further growth and development, providing graduates with the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in the future. The two-year KAD program comprises three modules that focus on intercultural teamwork, leadership and value-creation training. The sessions are conducted both online and face-to-face at various locations worldwide. The current cohort of 24 participants is set to graduate in early 2025.
Driving sustainable growth through value creation
Cédric Roesler, Program Director at École des Ponts Business School, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Bossard on their Key Account Development program. This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to delivering tailor-made programs that address the specific needs of organizations and empower their employees. By combining our expertise with Bossard’s dedication to customer value, we aim to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to excel in key account management and drive sustainable results.”
Bossard’s KAD program aims to strengthen the relationship between Bossard and its key customers by gaining a deeper understanding of their specific needs, goals and challenges. This understanding allows Bossard to develop customized solutions that meet their requirements effectively. The program ultimately leads to sales growth through the development of essential skills, competencies and the opportunity to build a global network. The success of the program is reflected in the performance of the Key Account Development teams, which achieve significant increases in customer satisfaction, retention and loyalty. Bossard’s commitment to employee development and customer value is further exemplified through its collaboration with École des Ponts Business School.
Company
Bossard
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Steen Hansen, CEO
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Delivers excellence and innovation in fastening technology
