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Case Studies - DS Smith Packaging
Background
  • Part of DS Smith Plc
  • Manufacture of fibre-based packaging and related services throughout multiple sites in the UK.
Problem
  • Lead times too high
  • Unit cost too high
  • Volatile market not being matched
Outcome
  • Flexible hours implemented allowing productive hours to vary daily in line with changeable demand
  • Targets of shorter run lengths, reduced lead times and lower cost met
  • Employee skills base broadened to cover a variety of machines
  • Teams restructured resulting in more stable competitive cost
  • New pay structure
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