ROI / Capital Equipment
How to Calculate ROI on Manufacturing Equipment
Payback, labor, throughput, downtime, consumables, maintenance and lifecycle cost.
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Quality Economics
How to Calculate the Cost of Poor Quality
Turn scrap, rework, warranty issues and wasted time into a useful financial picture.
Operating Efficiency
How to Reduce Operating Costs Without Cutting Staff
Find savings in process duplication, recurring expenses, inventory, overtime and unused capacity.
Workforce Economics
How Much Does an Unfilled Position Cost a Company?
Estimate the impact of lost productivity, overtime, temporary coverage and delayed work.
Business Planning
How to Compare Outsourcing vs. Hiring In-House
Compare cost, frequency, expertise, control and operational risk.
Operational Analysis
How to Find Hidden Costs in Your Business Operations
Look for margin leakage in time, inventory, quality, subscriptions, capacity and complexity.