Operations

Optimise operations.
Maximise performance.

Drive operational excellence with data-driven methodologies tailored for growing businesses. From IoT sensors to real-time dashboards—achieve 15-30% efficiency gains without enterprise overhead.

Optimise Your Operations
Operations

The Operations Challenge

Growing businesses face operational inefficiencies that erode margins and slow growth. Processes designed for smaller scale no longer work, yet visibility into what's actually happening remains limited.

Margin Pressure

Rising costs and inefficient processes squeezing profitability despite revenue growth.

Lack of Visibility

No real-time performance data or KPIs. Decisions based on gut feel rather than facts.

Data Silos

Information trapped in disconnected systems. No single source of truth for decision-making.

Operations Services

From process improvement to intelligent analytics—complete operational transformation solutions.

IoT Sensors & Real-Time Monitoring

Deploy IoT sensor networks for complete operational visibility and proactive decision-making.

Machine health monitoring (vibration, temperature, pressure)
Production tracking and cycle time measurement
Energy consumption monitoring
Environmental condition tracking
Equipment utilization analytics
Predictive maintenance alerts

OEE Analytics & Performance Monitoring

Measure and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness with comprehensive OEE tracking systems.

Automated OEE calculation (Availability × Performance × Quality)
Real-time downtime tracking and root cause analysis
Performance loss identification
Quality defect tracking and trending
Shift and operator performance comparison
Target setting and continuous improvement tracking

Business Intelligence Dashboards

Transform operational data into actionable insights with custom BI dashboards and analytics.

Executive dashboards for KPI monitoring
Production performance scorecards
Financial analytics and cost tracking
Supply chain visibility dashboards
Quality metrics and trending
Mobile access for on-the-go decision making

Operational Intelligence & Predictive Analytics

Leverage AI and analytics to predict issues before they happen and optimize operations continuously.

Predictive maintenance forecasting
Demand forecasting and capacity planning
Anomaly detection for quality and performance
Root cause analysis automation
Production optimization recommendations
What-if scenario modeling

Process Improvement & Lean Operations

Systematic process optimization using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies adapted for your scale.

Value stream mapping and waste elimination
Production flow optimization
Setup time reduction (SMED)
Visual management systems
Standard work development
5S implementation and workplace organization

Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization

Optimize inventory levels, improve supplier performance, and strengthen supply chain resilience.

Demand planning and statistical forecasting
Safety stock optimization
Supplier performance scorecards
ABC inventory segmentation
Inventory turns improvement
S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process design

Our Operations Approach

We combine proven methodologies with modern technology for rapid, measurable improvements.

1

Operational Diagnostic

2-3 weeks
End-to-end process mapping and value stream analysis
Current state performance measurement
Waste identification and bottleneck assessment
Data infrastructure and system review
Financial performance and cost structure analysis
Benchmarking against industry best practices
2

Solution Design & Technology Selection

3-4 weeks
Process redesign and optimization recommendations
IoT sensor deployment planning
BI dashboard and analytics architecture
KPI framework and reporting design
Technology vendor evaluation and selection
Implementation roadmap with quick wins
3

Implementation & Continuous Improvement

8-12 weeks
Phased rollout of process improvements
IoT sensor installation and commissioning
Dashboard deployment and user training
Performance monitoring and adjustment
Team training on lean methodologies
Continuous improvement culture establishment

Recent Operations Engagements

How we've helped growing businesses drive operational excellence and improve margins through data and optimization.

Manufacturing

IoT-Enabled OEE Transformation

OEE increased from 64% to 82% in 4 months

Deployed IoT sensors across 12 production lines with real-time dashboards. Identified and eliminated hidden losses, achieving 19% capacity increase without capital investment.

Distribution

Operational Intelligence & Analytics

£420K annual cost savings, 15% margin improvement

Built comprehensive BI dashboards integrating warehouse, transportation, and inventory data. Predictive analytics reduced stockouts by 43% while cutting inventory 18%.

Food Production

Predictive Maintenance Implementation

Unplanned downtime reduced by 67%

Installed vibration and temperature sensors on critical equipment with AI-powered anomaly detection. Maintenance shifted from reactive to predictive, saving £180K annually in lost production.

Why Our Operations Work Is Different

Data-Driven Methodology

We don't rely on observations alone. IoT sensors, real-time dashboards, and analytics provide objective data on where improvements will have the biggest impact.

Technology-Enabled, Not Technology-Dependent

We leverage IoT, AI, and BI where they create value—but never force technology for its own sake. Sometimes the best solution is a visual board and a simple checklist.

Implementation Partnership

We work on the floor alongside your team. Improvements are designed with operators, tested practically, and implemented together. This builds capability and ownership.

Sustainable Results

We don't want improvements that disappear after we leave. We train your team, create measurement systems, and establish continuous improvement routines that persist.

Ready to elevate your
mid-market strategy?

Book a complimentary 30-minute consultation to explore how PatternKind. can accelerate your growth with big-firm methodologies and boutique agility.