PROJECT MANAGEMANT
For companies with limited or no experience in printing, setting up a print facility can be a minefield. There is a whole range of options to be researched and decisions to be made. Even for those who are experienced in keeping apace of new or alternative techniques it is challenging. PDS Consulting can be an extension of your management team during the lifetime of a project allowing you to concentrate on making profits.
Through many years within the industry, we have a wide range of contacts and information which is often essential for anyone looking to expand or start a project within the Printing Industry.
Some of the Decisions to be Made are:
- Is it cost effective to print in-house or sub-contract the work?
- What processes are available?
- Which process is most suitable for my application?
- Which manufacturer or supplier should I use?
- Which machine type should be purchased?
- What ancillary equipment is required?
- What services are required?
- What floor space is required?
- What consumables are required?
- What is the likely cost?
- What are the anticipated lead times?
- What staffing levels will be required?
- What will the print unit cost be?
"The satisfactory adoption of a
new or revised printing process where
payback is received in the
shortest possible time."
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BENEFITS OF USING PDS CONSULTING
If you are not familiar with printing processes it is possible that potential suppliers may be tempted to structure a solution that is more advantageous to them than you. Or more likely be unable to interpret your needs accurately.
PDS Consulting can offer you a range of solutions. Our independence means we are able to search throughout the market to uncover the ideal answer to meet your needs.
PDS Consulting are respected throughout industry and familiar with a wide range of equipment.
You will not suffer the loss of valuable management and production time with all the associated costs. This approach will ensure that there will be a smooth transition into production.
With the experience they have in Project Management our Consultants know what is required and how to go about finding information and specifications. With the ready built network of contacts, we are fast, efficient and able to progress quickly using proven techniques.
Our team are qualified to assess your requirement and help you to decide whether the printing should be carried out in-house or if it can be profitably sub contracted.
If the decision is to print in-house we will recommend the most suitable process, produce a report detailing all the costings. The report will include equipment prices, lead times, running costs, labour requirements, Health and Safety and Environmental issues etc. In fact all you need to know to make an informed decision.
Once you decide to purchase we will assist in liasing with suppliers, oversee acceptance trials and installation. We will provide advice on plant layout, services and ancillary equipment requirements.
It may be necessary to brief management on the impact of the new processes. Operational staff may also need an introduction to the chosen process.
Once the equipment has been installed we will deliver a structured training programme for all staff involved in the new facility. This will be theoretical and practical training. |
