The 2015 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 list recognises supply chain solution and service providers helping their customers and clients achieve supply chain excellence. They have produced measurable gains in ROI through cost-cutting and increased efficiency, whether in warehouse, transportation, procurement, sourcing or any other category in the end-to-end supply chain.

Operational improvements

The Lectra project for a Tier-1 US automotive seating supplier honoured in the listing focused on optimizing production in the cutting room.

Through a combination of lean consulting services and innovative cutting solutions, Lectra helped to deliver significant operational improvements including enhancements in efficiency, fabric utilization, production, and operating costs, according to the company.

“The Lectra team feels privileged to be included in the 2015 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100,” said Renato Mariani, Vice President of Marketing for Lectra North America. “We always approach each project with proven lean methodologies, advanced technology and industry-leading expertise to bring our customers to the next level of operational excellence.”

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Lectra

Lectra is a leader in integrated technology solutions that automate, streamline and accelerate product design, development and manufacturing processes for industries using soft materials.

The company develops the advanced specialized software and cutting systems and provides associated services to a broad array of markets including fashion (apparel, accessories, footwear), automotive (car seats and interiors, airbags), furniture, as well as a wide variety of other market sectors, such as aeronautical and marine industries, wind power and personal protective equipment.

www.lectra.com