Programs and Services

Procurement/Sales Match-Making Services

The GALC will provide procurement/purchasing support to midsize and small companies to assist them in find quality products and services at a reasonable cost. assist small and midsize companies approach larger companies with appropriate sales and marketing plans tailored to the potential customer. Our experienced staff will work to determine actual needs and prepare a work plan for your approval. These plans would include a basic market analysis, lists of competitors and potential suppliers, current pricing plans, prerequisite qualifying requirements, as determined in the initial project analysis. We will utilize our reservoir of experienced executives, business partners, and management team members for the best solutions at the most reasonable cost with a quick response.

Supply Chain Management Services

The GALC has on staff several executives proficient in material and product flow utilizing state-of-the-art software and/or just-in-time methods. We will assist in defining current practices and comparing to “World Class” practices. We will provide suggestions and project plans to assist with improvements in flow and reductions of transportation costs and inventory. Project plans will include the training staff to implement changes and maintain the changes well into the future.

Lean Manufacturing/Cost Reduction Programs

The GALC can provide on-site training and project management in the setup and implementation of lean manufacturing and cost reduction programs. We provide [basic costs only] initial audits to determine the potential for improvements to include a brief summary of the opportunities. Based on findings and observations, we will propose projects and activities to help your company improve cost structure. We have experience in lean manufacturing, quality circle, Kaizen, methods available to support projects and provide necessary training.

Women and Minority Owned Business Services

The GALC will continue to support our OE and Tier-one partners in their effort to increase minority content with special events and promotional programs. We will provide services to the MBE suppliers utilizing our relationships and expertise to match the suppliers to customer requests. We will provide the MBE’s with marketing, sales support, and administrative services as requested to help them qualify as a potential supplier.

Human Resources and Staffing Issues

In many operations the key to success or failure is the quality, knowledge, and productivity of the staff and team members. The establishment of an appropriate organizational structure, including job descriptions, work rules, handbooks, compensation and incentive compensation programs are essential to creating a high performance work team. We have the experienced staff to assist in developing the appropriate programs and can provide the support and training to assure a successful implementation.

Manufacturing Plant Consolidations and Moves

Whether due to down sizing, mergers and acquisitions, lean manufacturing exercises, product rationalizations, many companies find it necessary to reorganize their facilities. The GALC can provide the expertise to help plan and implement these moves, from start to finish. As a group we have participated in “Greenfield” projects in the US and Mexico, including site selections, facility construction, equipment and technology relocation, operational startups, joint ventures, and alliances.

Quality Systems Development

The OE’s and major Tier-one suppliers require that prospective suppliers meet the basic QS 9000, TS 16949, etc standards to be eligible as a supplier. The Global Advanced-Leadership Center can provide project leadership and expert staff to help develop the necessary procedures and documentation leading to a certification.