SUPPLY CHAIN “ Since 2016 , we have cut off three weeks in terms of lead time . However , we need to maintain the same quality and service level , as well as reduce costs ”
— Jorge Gonzalez , Director of Sourcing in Asia and APAC year-on-year positive procurement efficiencies despite various challenges , Safilo ’ s unique team , deep knowledge of products and exceptional focus on quality has fully transformed the business .
Implementing data-driven , six sigma problem-solving solutions to tackle quality issues , its dedicated team has delivered the best quality , delivery and cost from the start to support its manufacturing partners , as well as putting forth best-in-the-business engineers and materials experts .
“ With the ability to automate production processes , we are open to new supply markets – this is one area of focus for us . Looking at Asia , we want to become less China dependent and be more diversified on the supply market ,” notes Gonzalez .
The business is also set on embedding greener technologies and processes to fully disrupt the traditional eyewear industry .
“ Some of the materials that we use are the same as 50 years ago , like cellulose acetate . Now there are new technologies for cellulose acetate , such as new formulations . There is investment underway on how to remove any solvent based elements , so cleaner processes and the introduction of increased bio-materials will definitely be a trend for the future ,” he concludes .
“ In sourcing , we will be able to change much faster than any other internal factory because we are able to leverage our suppliers ’ world class expertise .”
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