Formula One manufacturer passes quality audits on production software

The Surrey-based firm, which supplies carbon fibre wings, brackets, brake ducts and suspension wish bones, says the system was the key to allowing it to pass stringent quality audits by potential and existing clients. Says operations manager Peter McKenzie: “One of the main reasons for implementing the system is that F1 teams require full traceability throughout the lifecycle of product. “The new system has significantly improved the robustness of our processes and reporting mechanisms, giving our clients complete confidence that their components will meet stringent design specifications and be delivered on time.” He explains that’s because the system streamlines, automates and integrates management and control of shopfloor production and administrative processes, and adds: “ProgressPlus has also given us the added capability to easily pass a quality audit by prospective clients.” ProgressPlus has been deployed throughout the company, covering all aspects of process control including sales, manufacturing, reporting, stock control, despatch, and invoicing.