SKU Optimization Workflow & Technology Requirements
Optimizing Operations for SKU Excellence:
Barnstorming Consulting partners with B. Braun Medical to enhance SKU management and workflow efficiency, driving productivity, cost savings, and scalable growth.
Through a structured, consultative approach, we helped align cross-functional teams, identify inefficiencies, and document streamlined workflows that support both SKU rationalization and design customization.
Our efforts laid the groundwork for a more agile, responsive, and cost-effective operational model.
Client:
Medical Devices, Supplies & MedTech
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Services Provided:
Workflow Optimization Analysis | Technology Requirements Documentation | Process Documentation | Recommendations and Implementation Roadmap
Barnstorming Consulting provided targeted workflow analysis and optimization for B. Braun Medical’s SKU Standardization Initiative and Design Options processes. By systematically identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and technological gaps, Barnstorming Consulting designed and documented optimized workflows to significantly enhance operational efficiency and scalability, paving the way for future growth.
Key Results:
Aligning Strategy, Process, and Technology for Better Outcomes
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B. Braun Medical faced complex operational inefficiencies in their SKU management and Design Options workflows, causing delays, redundancies, and increased operational costs. The existing processes lacked integration of scalable technological solutions, impacting overall productivity, adaptability, and customer satisfaction.
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Barnstorming Consulting conducted a comprehensive assessment including SME interviews, process optimization workshops, detailed current workflow documentation, and technology requirement assessments. Through root cause analysis, the team pinpointed specific bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
We then developed clear, actionable recommendations for workflow improvements, outlining precise technology requirements necessary to streamline processes, enhance automation, and facilitate scalability.
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The findings from the consultation services will impact B. Braun Medical’s operations by enabling measurable gains in the following areas:
Operational Efficiency and Productivity: Streamlined workflows and clearer roles reduced redundancy and process delays, boosting day-to-day efficiency.
Service Delivery and Customer Satisfaction: Improved alignment between SKU and design workflows enables faster response times and more consistent outcomes for clinical and operational teams.
Scalability and Growth: Documented processes and technology requirements establish a solid foundation for expanding the initiative across more product lines or hospital networks.
Cost Savings Through Automation: Identification of automation opportunities and waste reduction strategies point toward significant long-term savings.
Execution and Oversight: The implementation roadmap offers a practical framework for managing change, ensuring accountability, and measuring progress over time.
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