The manufacturing teams of our client struggled to maintain operational performance improvement. Cost programs were developed top-down and implemented reactively, creating resistance and limiting the teams overall engagement. Without involving all the teams, valuable potential was lost, while competitive market conditions required stronger cost management. The demand for a continuous improvement program that should involve all teams was imminent.

The Execution Excellence program was designed to build a structured and self-sustaining system for continuous improvement. It established clear routines and accountability across all levels of the organization. Through focused workshops, structured coaching, and expert training, the program enabled teams to identify key performance drivers, solve problems systematically, and strengthen leadership capabilities. Over time, improvement became part of daily operations rather than a top-down initiative; embedding operational excellence as a shared responsibility.

The program delivered visible results across all levels. Plants achieved smoother operations, stronger teamwork, and measurable cost savings from the start. After three years, each site averaged over €4M annual savings, with a total impact exceeding €7M. Most importantly, teams took ownership, leaders empowered change, and continuous improvement became part of everyday work.