Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing
Intelligent value chains for agile and resilient industrial companies
From strategy to operational excellence
Global production networks, volatile demand, increasing ESG pressure or outdated system landscapes: Anyone with responsibility for global end-to-end processes needs full transparency, end-to-end control and a clear transformation path.
We support global manufacturing market leaders in transforming their supply chain and production into a scalable, resilient and efficient value creation system – strategically, integrated and supported by technology.
Our expertise for your success
With over 370 supply chain and manufacturing consultants, a comprehensive portfolio and proven SAP expertise, we support manufacturing companies in discrete and process manufacturing – from strategy development to the optimisation of operational processes along the entire value chain.
Using best practice methods and our structured plateau model, we achieve measurable results in the shortest possible time, such as shorter lead times, lower production costs, improved plan fulfilment and reduced inventories – worldwide.
Find out how we can make your value creation fit for the future together
From supply chain planning, smart factory and logistics optimisation to sustainable product development and circular economy processes: With cbs, you can achieve measurable business value quickly, scalably and with a proven track record.
Strategic breadth. Operational depth. Integrated thinking.
The cbs Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing practice provides holistic support to global manufacturing market leaders: from supply chain strategy to excellence in execution. Together, we design sustainable, resilient and high-performance end-to-end value chains.
Supply Chain & Manufacturing Strategy
- Target Operating Model (TOM)
- Target Picture & Roadmap
- Digital Services
Enterprise Enablement
- Business Process Management
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Intercompany Optimization
- Sustainability Compliance & Value
Unified Digital Platform
- Artificial Intelligence
- Connected Data
- SAP S/4HANA, IBP, PP/DS, DM, TM, EWM, BTP, SIGNAVIO, SNOWFLAKE
From vision to reality - strategy with impact
We work with you to develop a future-proof vision for your supply chain and production – from the target operating model to strategic roadmaps and digital services. In this way, we create a clear direction, measurable milestones and the framework to sustainably transform your value creation.
End-to-end excellence for measurable business impact
We optimise your value chain across all process stages – Design, Plan, Procure, Make, Move, Sell & Service – with a focus on efficiency, resilience and agility. The result: increased delivery capability, reduced costs and a supply chain that acts as a growth engine.
Activate capabilities to scale performance
We strengthen your organisation through business process management, supply chain analytics and intercompany optimisation. Standardised workflows, governance structures and compliance ensure operational stability – and create the basis for long-term efficiency and sustainability goals.
Digital basis for speed, transparency and scalability
We connect your supply chain and manufacturing processes on an integrated digital platform. With SAP S/4HANA, IBP, PP/DS, DM, TM, EWM, BTP and AI, we create an end-to-end database – as a foundation for automation, real-time control and data-driven decisions.
Results that we deliver along the entire value chain
Reduced production costs per unit thanks to end-to-end automation & optimised production processes
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Shorter production throughput time made possible by synchronised production & material availability
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Higher plant utilisation through strategic load distribution & capacity control
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Improved adherence to delivery dates thanks to reliable delivery fulfilment & real-time order tracking
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Higher stock turnover rate due to lean stock levels & demand-based replenishment
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Increased forecasting accuracy through AI-supported integrated business planning & scenario logic
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Improvement of working capital through reduced stock levels & shorter refill cycles
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Reduced logistics costs in relation to turnover through network & transport optimisation
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Higher strategic target achievement through Target Operating Model (TOM)
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Improved capacity utilisation through integrated business planning
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Increased forecast reliability in S&OP
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Reduction of throughput time in production processes
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Quality improvement through error prevention
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Faster results - with a system and pragmatism
cbs combines methodological expertise with the power of implementation. Our frameworks and tools create reliability - even in complex transformation programmes.
Fast Value
Quickly visible benefits through focussed MVPs - live in weeks, with a clearly measurable business impact.
Plateau Modell
We think in plateaus in order to shape change in manageable, value-orientated steps.
M-cbs
cbs' own framework for process architecture, target image definition and roadmapping - modular, scalable and consistent.
Agile project management
Customer-orientated. Iterative. Transparent. Our agile delivery methodology combines flexibility with control security.
Value chain excellence - developing an end-to-end effect
The cbs Practice Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing portfolio is orientated towards the process stages of your value creation. We offer specialised solutions and tried-and-tested process models for each phase - SAP-based, industry-proven and future-proof. From strategy development to implementation.
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Success Stories
Efficient and flexible production at Kaeser Kompressoren
How Kaeser Kompressoren combines customised customer products with the highest quality standards using SAP MES.
MES legacy system replacement with agile project approach at Endress+Hauser TS
When production and IT pull together to replace legacy systems, you are optimally positioned for the dynamic future. One of the main drivers for the project was traceability along the entire electronics production process.
NEXT Generation Warehouse Management
By switching from WM to a decentralised EWM, Grünenthal has achieved a new dimension in automation and direct integration of material flows and production.
