Customer requirements

• Cost reduction
• Benchmark in relation to comparable products
• Savings potential through optimisation of product and process

Solution

• Direct comparison with 3 competitors’ car starters
• Optimisation of the manufacturing processes and production plants
• Structural changes to the component

How the customer benefits

• Identified cost potential: approx. 1.13 USD per part

Further project key data

• Client: Automotive supplier
• Product: Car starter
• Location: Germany