Topic(s)
- Operations improvement
In today’s fast-paced business world, demand planning is critical for staying ahead of the competition. This session delves into the challenges and limitations of manual planning, including human error, time consumption, and inaccurate demand forecasts. We will discuss how O.C. Tanner used tools from our existing software and our Improvement System to help transform the planning process. We’ll explore the key benefits of automation in planning, including enhanced accuracy, on-time delivery, and the ability to respond promptly to changing production demands. We will share tools for applying these strategies in your organization.
Additionally, we will cover practical strategies for making the switch, how we chose and implemented tools, integrating automation into existing workflows, and addressing potential challenges.
Join us to discover how automating your planning and eliminating manual tasks can be a game-changer for your teams, leading to greater productivity and a competitive edge in your industry.
- Challenges of manual planning
- Tools and startegies
- Optimizing processes
O.C. Tanner helps people thrive at work. The O.C. Tanner company was founded in 1927 by Obert C. Tanner, a professor of philosophy who saw the value of recognizing people with tangible, lasting awards. More than 90 years later, O.C. Tanner is not only among the top two percent best lean enterprises in North America, but is a recognized leader in one-piece flow production (rings, emblems, trophies, etc.). O.C. Tanner has achieved the following awards and recognitions:
- 2016 AME Excellence Award recipient
- 2021 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and Great Place to Work®
- 2021 Leader in Rewards and Recognition Solutions
- PEAK Matrix® Assessment, Everest Group, The Shingo Prize, Ernst & Young Master Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Official Supplier of the 2002 Olympic Games medal
Benita Tursic leads the Aluminum Trophy and Print Center teams at O.C. Tanner. She oversees the production of custom packaging, sticker and yearbook printing, and aluminum trophies. She also currently oversees O.C. Tanner’s Gemba Audit system, ensuring that the systems supporting O.C. Tanner’s people and production are thriving. Benita shows her team members they can trust her by investing in their development, encouraging idea sharing, and empowering them to thrive at work. She began her career at O.C.Tanner 25 years ago as a team member, and worked her way up into a management role. Over the past decade, Benita has successfully led various production teams, including Merchandising, Distribution, Rings & Cast Trophy, and most recently, the Aluminum Trophy team. Benita has a strong aptitude for process definition and refinement. Her leadership is marked by innovation, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. 
