BIO TECHNOLOGY GENERAL ( BTG )
130 operations , BTG has digitised its processes to become not only lean , but responsive to any issues or surges in demand across the supply chain .
Implementing a central automation system by Emerson , the company has gained the ability to control many of its production processes and visually look at all data received to better understand various trends .
“ We ’ ve connected our quality control system to our production system so processes are interfaced with each other and enable a quicker transformation of information and therefore better coordination and release time ,” reflects Alon . “ This has allowed us to further plan our logistics : how soon we can ship products , keep less inventory and reduce our cycle time . This is a big advantage for us . Our ERP system is also connected to the global organisation , so the market and global supply chain can see where things are in each point of time .”
DEVELOPING NEW PRODUCTS
Such is the company ’ s growth , its $ 15mn investment from Ferring will help BTG to expand its production capabilities , utilise new technologies and develop new production lines to promote the growth of its products and services . An area of increased
JULY 2018