DC Automation

Have you implemented a materials handling system (automation) and are not certain whether your workforce is maximising the system’s potential?

Are you considering if an automated solution will benefit your operation?

Has a turnover of key personnel reduced the foundation of experience and knowledge on how your materials handling system best operates?

The task of putting together a proposal regarding the benefits of investing in automation can be a daunting and onerous job. Many companies do not have the experience and knowledge to clearly justify the viability, resulting in their submission being rejected.

D Betts specialists have a depth and breadth of materials handling systems knowledge spanning 20 years of automation development. Experienced in project managing the selection and integration, through the myriad of challenges, we have been successful in achieving a speedy return on investment.

Typically, during the implementation of automation a full and comprehensive understanding of how to achieve the highest efficiencies is not entirely understood until after the stabilisation phase has elapsed and the support team has vacated the site.

As the workforce become more familiar with the automation, acquiring practical experience, many new questions arise. A simple audit unearths opportunities to improve the automation functionality and job processes. Performing a detailed audit on the interrelationship between the automation and the user’s performance will identify shortfalls in knowledge transfer and skill set and highlight where action is required.

We can also integrate your automation providing training and education tailored specifically to managers, supervisors and employee users, on functionality, safety and the preferred processes.

Our expertise lies in:

  • Selecting an optimal solution, specific to your business drivers.
  • Integrating and commissioning systems.
  • Conducting a detailed audit on gaps in system functionality with recommendations.
  • Conducting a detailed audit on gaps in process and system alignment.
  • Developing or altering job process and position description documentation.
  • Developing and executing training and education programs for all levels of user.
  • Conducting Risk Assessments.