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Supply chain disruptions, once sporadic and localized, have increased in frequency and severity in recent years. Manufacturers are facing increasing challenges stemming from natural disasters, geopolitical events, trade tensions, and health crises. These challenges have become more complex to overcome. Experts have called the 2020s “the most disruptive decade in supply chain history,” and rightly so.
During these challenging times, EU Automation supports manufacturers with fast, global delivery of quality automation and process control equipment needed to keep the manufacturing world moving.
EU Automation organised a roundtable to address the urgent need for innovative and shared solutions to tackle disruptions. Leading supply chain experts were invited to discuss and share their insights from direct experiences with supply chain disruptions.
Could a paradigm shift be on the verge of happening?
Supply chain disruptions can be exacerbated by strict procurement processes. These processes, while intended to protect a company’s bottom line and reputation, can prevent production line personnel from promptly addressing breakdown situations.
Overhauling procurement processes allows manufacturers to take an agile approach in urgent situations. This gives engineering and maintenance staff greater autonomy, increasing accountability for their workload. It also significantly reduces daily frustrations and hours lost due to machine downtime.
“We hear from customers every day who are frustrated that they cannot respond as quickly as possible to breakdowns due to lengthy procurement processes,” says John Young, Managing Director of EU Automation.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) lead times, while showing signs of recovery, remain a significant manufacturing challenge for those needing a quick solution.
Engineers and purchasing departments are expanding their searches to find alternative distributors. These distributors can improve OEM lead times and offer competitive pricing on new, reconditioned and obsolete equipment.
Going the extra mile to keep the manufacturing world moving
In a world where unpredictable logistics disruptions compound the risks of offshoring, EU Automation offers access to a robust global supply chain. This has become a go-to solution for manufacturers around the world. EU Automation eliminates the need for competent in-house knowledge of global trade policies. This alleviates the stress and uncertainty often felt when sourcing parts quickly, by offering a secure, end-to-end service.
“The pressure on maintenance staff is huge in terms of stock holding,” said Rob Thurston, panel member and Director of Purchasing, Logistics and Fulfilment at SPP Pumps. “The company’s cash is being used up and if it’s sitting there and not being used, it’s idle cash. There’s a lot of pressure not to hold stock, so reliable supply of parts, on time, when you need them, where you need them and at the right quality is absolutely vital.”
Navigating the world of industrial automation and control equipment can be complex and frustrating. That’s why EU Automation has designed its service to give you what you really need. With year-round account management and dedicated customer support from a team of multilingual specialists, you’ll enjoy a personalised and responsive service like no other.
Strengthen your supply chain and gain immediate access to the parts you need with EU Automation.
