Portfolio reduction for operational simplification
Reduction in portfolio analysis time
A leading steel producer in Latin America faced growing complexity in its product catalog, which significantly impacted supply chain efficiency and service levels. Partnering with Sintec Consulting, the company streamlined product lifecycle management, reducing its portfolio for operational simplification. It also optimized catalog governance, cutting portfolio analysis time, and implemented an AI-driven governance model to enable ongoing optimizations. This approach enhanced decision-making, driving operational excellence and positioning the company for sustained improvements in efficiency and service quality.
“Overcoming complexity to streamline product governance and enhance supply chain efficiency”.
Facing an increasingly complex product catalog, the company struggled with inefficiencies in product onboarding processes, leading to disruptions across the supply chain. Service level and inventory challenges further hindered operational agility, making it difficult to maintain streamlined product governance. To sustain growth and efficiency, a structured approach to catalog management and process optimization became imperative.
The company partnered with Sintec Consulting to optimize product catalog management through structured governance and centralized processes. A key milestone was the development of an AI-powered tool, integrating expert knowledge to enhance decision-making and streamline product lifecycle management globally.
The transformation delivered significant results, optimizing product catalog management and streamlining operations. Portfolio size was reduced by 83%, simplifying processes and enhancing agility. The AI-powered tool accelerated decision-making, cutting portfolio analysis time by 99%. Centralized governance and structured workflows ensured consistency, while historical data integration strengthened business rules. These achievements not only improved internal processes but also positioned the company for sustained operational excellence and smarter strategic planning.
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