Carrosserie Brachet et Fils
France
The Challenge
The shop faced a severe paint bottleneck that limited capacity and extended cycle times, restricting throughput and profitability. Cluttered workflows, inefficient parts management, and underutilized capacity further exacerbated operational challenges, leaving significant growth potential untapped.
The Solution
Locke & Partners delivered a multi-faceted engagement that included production management coaching, Body Shop Programme implementation, and collaboration with BASF for paint process optimization. Key initiatives involved shop floor reconfiguration, streamlined parts management systems, and advanced training in EV technology. The engagement ran from May through October 2024, delivering measurable improvements within two weeks of implementation.
The Results
The shop unlocked capacity for 36 additional vehicles per week, translating into substantial revenue gains of approximately €2,300 per additional job. Operational efficiency improved dramatically, reducing cycle times and enhancing customer satisfaction.