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If you’re in the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry, then you know how food and labour costs can cause hassles for your business. At AMSaxum Inc., we understand how painful money management can be, which is why we take the financial stress away for our clients.
While some people may equate the Lean Six Sigma methodology with the manufacturing business, we use these methods for a variety of industries, which includes the food and beverage industry.
The Lean Six Sigma process applies a scientific way to solve problems that many restaurateurs encounter, including poor item quality, downtime, and low output. Lean Six Sigma functions by streamlining business processes; as a result, it eliminates defective products and minimizes waste. It also improves customer satisfaction, as they can expect a consistent product that they can access quickly.
In addition to the tangible financial benefits possible through lean, much of the research and development efforts (labour, materials, and subcontracts) required in the Food & Beverages sector could be eligible to be recovered through government funding, such as through the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program in Canada.
There are applicable government grants to aid with the upfront costs of corporate training that is typically required during the implementation of Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement methodologies. There are also other grants specifically designed to cover costs associated with process improvement implementation, exports, sales, and marketing. AMSaxum experts in government funding help with the application of these grants and with the preparation of SR&ED claims. For more information on continuous improvement and government funding call AMSaxum at 905-315-6847 or contact us here.
To elaborate on the benefits of Lean Six Sigma in the F&B industry, here are some of the significant ways that it helps businesses.
When you are operating or managing a business, it’s essential to find methods to make the process run smoothly. By following the Lean Six Sigma approach, you can get products into your customers’ hands at an accelerated rate. We work with you to identify the root cause of your business’s issues so we can lead you to make the right business decisions.
One component of Lean Six Sigma is the practice push versus pull system. If you’re using a “push” system, your food items would be produced in large quantities ahead of time. This approach can negatively impact your business because it leads to excess food being wasted. When we guide you through our preferred method, the “pull” system, you can expect that a product will be made as the customer needs it. Thus, your company reduces waste and minimizes inventory.
Another approach from Lean Six Sigma depends on the Voice of Customer (VOC) as a way to enhance customer satisfaction. VOC is essential for learning your customer’s expectations and preferences for food and service. Also, Lean Six Sigma focuses on making constant improvements through detailed analysis by monitoring and measuring your efforts carefully.
Many restaurants and F&B companies are already using Lean Six Sigma processes to ensure that their business is thriving. Here are some well-known companies that swear by Lean Six Sigma:
As you can see, Lean Six Sigma approaches work in the multi-faceted food and beverage industry and is a beneficial tool that many companies use.
At AMSaxum Inc., we are passionate about using the Lean Six Sigma methodology to enhance your business practices. To find out more about what we can offer you, give us a call today at 1-905-315-6847 or fill out the Contact form on our website. We’re excited to work with you for your F&B pursuit!