MAS suggests 10-point plan to make 2013 ‘year of action’
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The Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) is urging English manufacturers to "go for growth" in 2013 and has released a ten-point action plan which it claims will help them become more efficient, reduce waste and increase sales.
The government-funded business support organisation says that it believes 2013 could present an ideal opportunity for expansion at home and overseas.
Its ten tips focus on starting the lean journey, examining customers, developing new ideas and cultivating the supply chain.
Rationalising its contention, MAS area director Martin Coats said: "The recent economic data suggests an upturn in the sector and, with exchange rates still favouring English exporters, all the conditions are there for our manufacturers to expand.
"Our role is to provide on-the-ground support to companies through our 80-strong team of advisors. This could be through simple advice and guidance from our helpline (0845 658 9600), a free manufacturing review or by attending our workshops that look to tackle key issues affecting industry.
"We also have funding available to deliver in-depth improvement projects that shape strategy, create new products, reduce waste and strengthen supply chains."
The top-lines of the MAS ten-point action plan are:
1. Decide on your company's key objectives.
2. If you haven't started the lean journey, do it now.
3. Don't overlook your office processes.
4. Review your sales and marketing strategy.
5. Examine your customers.
6. Develop your new ideas.
7. Work pro-actively with your supply chain.
8. Keep service levels high.
9. Keep internal communications fluid.
10. Raise your profile.
