Customer requirements

• Cost-potential analysis of household appliance production
• Benchmark in relation to comparable products
• Savings potential through optimisation of product and process

Solution

• Definition of parts with suitable potential
• Benchmark (design, material, function) for 9 refrigerators and 6 washing machines
• Comparison of cost drivers and best practice costing
• Material optimisation (e.g. PP plastic instead of SBR)

How the customer benefits

• Identified cost potential: savings of  $ 9 million per year

Further project key data

• Client: Manufacturer of household appliances
• Product: White goods
• Location: Eastern Europe