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Continuous Improvement Consultancy<\/span><\/h1>\n

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For more than 15 years, we have been helping companies and organization continuously improve their performance. This is about reducing processing times on the one hand and improving quality on the other. This results in higher customer satisfaction and lower operational costs.<\/span><\/span> Using proven techniques and consultants with management experience, we ensure lasting impact.
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The Continuous Improvement Maturity Model(CIMM<\/a>) developed by us.<\/span> has already helped more than 500 companies structurally implement Continuous Improvement. The CIMM growth model brings together all Continuous Improvement best practices into one framework and provides insight into the maturity level of companies and organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to structurally implementing continuous improvement, we help organizations permanently solve acute or just long-term problems. We do this by employing specialists who know how to analyze and make sense of complex problems. <\/span>Together with the team of experts, we solve the problem and secure it in the organization.<\/span><\/p>\n

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At Symbol, expertise and dedication come together. With our experience and knowledge, we lift your organization to new heights. We believe in measurable results. Our approach is based on proven methodologies and best practices tailored to specific needs. Discover our services and competencies below and learn how we can make a difference with you.<\/p>\n

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CIMM stands for “Continuous Improvement Maturity Model. The CIMM assessment developed by Symbol provides insight into an organization’s maturity level and provides direction for the next phase. With this approach, Symbol has already helped more than 300 companies and more than 40,000 people have already purchased the book “Climbing the Mountain.<\/p>\n

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Lean focuses on identifying and eliminating waste. This leads to shorter lead times and lower operational costs and higher customer satisfaction. Symbol’s Lean experts help select the right Lean techniques and implement them successfully.<\/p>\n

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New techniques such as PowerBI, Process Mining, Predictive analytics, Robot Process Automation (RPA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are becoming increasingly important in the world of continuous improvement. Real-time insight into performance and product quality provides the ability to manage faster and better. Symbol’s digital experts and its network help companies with digital transformation.<\/p>\n

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A functioning quality management system provides a stable foundation. ISO 9001 is the most widely used KMS worldwide, and within automotive it is IATF 16949. Parts of IATF (i.e. FMEA, Core tools) are also increasingly used in the high-tech sector. Symbol works with certified auditors and has helped hundreds of companies successfully implement ISO 9001 and IATF.<\/p>\n

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Sometimes there is a need for temporary or additional capacity or expertise. Symbol has a team of experienced interim managers who can step in temporarily to manage a department or project. In addition, Symbol has a team of Young professionals who provide additional capacity for (improvement) projects.<\/p>\n

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When new methods or techniques are introduced, it is important that employees be properly trained in them. Symbol offers a wide range of training courses: Lean, Six Sigma, automotive training and master classes. Trainings can be held on the open schedule as well as in-company. Our trainers provide practical, results-oriented learning experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

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