Strategic potential analysis and feasibility assessment
Why Investing in Supply Chain Transparency Pays Off
In an increasingly dynamic business world, agile and efficient supply chains determine a company’s success. But do you really know your biggest weaknesses – and where investments in your supply chain would be most worthwhile? Strategic potential analyses and feasibility assessments provide clarity: They reveal optimization potential, quantify its benefits, and assess its feasibility. This allows you to prioritize investments based on facts – especially important for medium-sized companies with limited resources.
The complexity of planning and control is increasingly overwhelming traditional methods based on experience and intuition. Our digital tools, such as the Digital Twin, predictive analytics, and simulation-based profitability calculations, create transparency and make supply chain management manageable again. They help you understand processes through data and objectively validate decisions.
Our experience: Companies that use data to identify which supply chain measures are truly worthwhile invest better, faster, and more effectively – with demonstrably higher ROI.
Does this sound familiar?
– You maintain high inventory levels – and yet you’re still missing essential items?
– Planning decisions are often based on gut feeling rather than solid data?
– You lack clear answers about which optimization measures are truly worthwhile?
– You hesitate to invest in supply chain management (SCM) initiatives because the benefits and costs aren’t readily apparent?
– Your organization lacks the time to systematically identify areas for improvement?
Then take a closer look at our methodology.
Our consulting approach: From analysis to practical implementation
When you work with us, you benefit from a structured methodology that has proven itself many times in practice:
Situation analysis (as-is analysis)
A combination of process analysis and data analysis. We systematically record the status quo, identify weaknesses, and quantify initial KPIs – also with the help of the digital twin.
Value stream analysis using a digital twin
Dynamic instead of static: We digitally map real data and structures and analyze the effects of alternative scenarios – with measurable results instead of theoretical assumptions.
Uncovering economic potential
Based on the analysis, we calculate specific optimization potential – for example, in the form of inventory reduction, shorter lead times, or reduced planning effort. Classic tools such as ABC/XYZ analysis, process cost accounting, or TCO evaluation are used, as well as dynamic simulation models.
Feasibility and benefit assessment
Together with you, we prioritize measures that are economically viable and realistically implementable. Scenario analyses, SWOT analyses, KPI models, and ROI calculations provide the basis for decision-making – tailored to your management, CFO, COO, and SCM managers.
Examples of our consulting services
– Increasing the efficiency of supply chain planning and control
– Identifying and quantifying potential savings in SCM
– Value stream analysis using digital twins
– Analysis of current planning and control processes (as-is analysis)
– Feasibility and benefit assessment of supply chain strategies
Typical questions we answer
– Where are the greatest potentials for economic optimization in our supply chain?
– Which strategic and operational measures offer the best ROI?
– How do alternative scenarios affect inventory, lead time, and delivery capability?
– Is it worthwhile to invest in a new control model, a planning system, or inventory reduction?
– What quick wins can be achieved in the short term?
What makes us different
With us, you won’t receive theory-heavy presentations, but tangible results for your practical application. Together with you, we combine qualitative interviews with objective data analyses and simulation-based evaluation using a digital twin. This allows you to quickly identify bottlenecks and potential improvements – and determine the cost-effectiveness of leveraging specific factors. Our results are not based on assumptions, but on proven impact within your own supply chain model.
You benefit from maximum transparency, hands-on involvement of your teams (e.g., in workshops using simulation results), and clear action priorities. And: We think in feasible implementation phases – so you can quickly put your resources into action.
Our approach creates transparency, fosters acceptance within the company (through employee workshops and visual models), and accelerates implementation through identified quick wins. Projects can also be divided into modular phases – tailored to your capacity and investment resources.
Simulation instead of gut feeling
Our digital twin allows risk-free testing of strategies, processes and parameters – with real data.
Employee participation
Our workshops promote transparency, acceptance, and feasibility.
Methodological expertise + implementation experience
We combine proven analytical tools with tried and tested control approaches.
Focus on economic efficiency
Our assessments are based on realistic target systems and monetary impacts.
Segmentable implementation
From quick wins to strategic roadmaps – we think in achievable stages.
A retail company simulated various inventory strategies with us using a digital twin. The result: a 22% reduction in inventory while maintaining the same level of delivery readiness. The CFO was pleased with the four million euros saved in tied-up capital.
A manufacturing company optimized its production control with our help: -35% lead time, +25% throughput. The COO was able to immediately reduce overtime and machine downtime.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What is a strategic potential analysis in SCM?
A structured examination of all relevant processes and data along the supply chain to uncover potential for economic optimization.
What are the benefits of combining analysis and simulation?
It creates reliable decision-making bases by mapping real data in a digital twin and testing alternative scenarios – without risk to real-world operations.
How long does a typical analysis project take?
Our situation analysis, including quick wins, typically takes 4–6 months. Initial improvements can be implemented after just a few weeks.
Is such a project feasible even with limited resources?
Especially then! Just a few days of external support can bring clarity, overcome obstacles, and deliver rapid results. We break projects down into manageable stages.
How much does such a project cost?
Less than the opportunity cost of inaction. Many projects pay for themselves within a few months through inventory reduction or process optimization.
How does A&K differ from other providers?
We use simulation as a consulting tool. Our digital twin provides reliable decision support – independent, objective, and fact-based.