Leaders in critical industry come together to seek solutions to industry-wide issues in a challenging economic climate
Leading voices from the worlds of aerospace , rail , and energy joined Snap-on Industrial at its Insight 2024 event to discuss the biggest challenges facing industry in the UK and Europe and seek potential solutions .
Gathering at the Red Bull Racing headquarters in Milton Keynes , these captains of industry took part in a Tool Control discussion that highlighted how streamlined tool management systems are solving three of their most persistent problems : reduced productivity , tool loss and damage , and inaccurate reporting .
Challenging economic conditions in the post-pandemic landscape have increased pressure on organisations to optimise their operations , reduce downtime , and save money .
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That ’ s where Snap-on ’ s suite of all-in-one solutions is meeting a critical need . Powered by L5 Connect software , each tool control system in the Snap-on portfolio allows companies to always have complete visibility of their tool inventory . Not only does this mean they can meet health and safety requirements and CAA guidelines , but it also provides valuable insights that help them save time and money .
Snap-on prides itself on the close relationships it has with its partners , and every new product has been developed in response to customer feedback and urgent industry need .
The discussion panel included representatives from Virgin Atlantic , Lufthansa , and Safran
Landing Systems .
Virgin Atlantic looked to Snap-on to aid with the transition from a fragmented workforce using individual toolkits to a centralised system with all engineers using automated tool control boxes ( ATCs ). The airline now has 15 ATCs at its Heathrow site .
While embedding the new system required an initial adjustment period , the ATCs have now become an essential resource for employees at every level . Managers can now benefit from a forensic level of insight , which allows them to evaluate how each box is being used as well as quickly identify breakages . Tracking breakages over time also highlight patterns , which the procurement team can use to anticipate future