Novasfer, an Italian leader in the production of ball valves for water and gas, has tackled the growing complexity of the market through strategic innovation in production planning. With four plants and over 50 production lines, the company chose CyberPlan to optimize its processes and improve supply chain management.
The Company: Novasfer
Founded in 1980 in Ponte San Marco (Brescia), Novasfer has distinguished itself through its commitment to quality and service customization. Over the years, the company has focused on the OEM sector to ensure flexibility and competitiveness, becoming a benchmark in the industry.
The Challenge: Increasingly Complex Production
With rising demand and the need to efficiently manage a complex supply chain, Novasfer faced challenges related to production planning. The main difficulties included:
- Managing production resources and optimizing production times.
- Coordination between different plants and reducing waiting times.
- The need for greater visibility over production processes to quickly respond to market demands.
The Solution: CyberPlan for Supply Chain Planning and Scheduling
To address these challenges, Novasfer relied on CyberPlan, the APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) software, supported by Link Management’s consultancy. Thanks to CyberPlan, the company was able to:
- Optimize production planning, reducing waiting times and maximizing resource efficiency.
- Improve supply chain management, ensuring greater visibility on materials, supplies, and production capacity.
- Enhance operational flexibility, responding promptly to demand fluctuations and market needs.
The Results
The adoption of CyberPlan brought numerous benefits to Novasfer:
- Reduction in production times and optimization of workflows.
- Greater efficiency in resource management.
- Increased business responsiveness thanks to a clear and centralized view of planning.
Conclusion
The Novasfer case demonstrates how advanced planning software like CyberPlan can transform production management, delivering concrete benefits in terms of efficiency and competitiveness. The adoption of innovative digital solutions proves to be a crucial step for companies looking to successfully tackle market challenges.
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Published on 14/03/2025 by Giulio Lizzi