We combine deep industrial expertise with private equity insight to drive real results. We future-proof your business with concrete, tailored and impactful consulting services. A global chemical and performance materials manufacturer faced increasing pressure to improve productivity, reduce operating costs, and enhance operational consistency across its global manufacturing network Industry: Chemicals Our Client A global specialty chemicals and performance materials manufacturer with annual revenue exceeding $10 billion and a diverse network of production facilities worldwide. The organization operated multiple sites varying in size, technology, and operational complexity. $10B Inconsistent work processes and operating practices across sites Lack of a standardized organizational structure and role clarity Significant complexity resulting from previous acquisitions An aging workforce and elevated attrition rates creating risk of critical knowledge loss Limited visibility into best practices and performance expectations across facilities Leadership recognized the need for a globally standardized operating model that could simplify operations, improve accountability, and unlock sustainable productivity gains. Real Results Achieved Together Executive sponsorship and leadership alignment Enterprise-wide standardization balanced with local operational requirements Robust change management and workforce engagement Clear governance through a dedicated PMO structure Rapid deployment enabled by proven methodologies, templates, and implementation tools $50M Transformation Impact Improved workforce effectiveness through clearly defined roles and responsibilities Enhanced knowledge retention and transfer through documented standard work Greater consistency in execution across manufacturing sites Improved accountability and decision-making Our Approach EFESO partnered with the Global Leadership Team to design and implement an enterprise-wide Standard Work and Organizational Excellence program: Organizational Design Established clear role definitions, accountabilities, and decision rights Streamlined organizational layers to improve efficiency and responsiveness Standard Work Development Created a comprehensive framework of standardized processes and operating procedures Developed over 60 process maps, templates, and operating standards Defined more than 90 role descriptions and responsibility matrices to drive consistency Change Management & Capability Building Engaged site leadership and frontline teams to drive ownership and sustainability Embedded governance mechanisms to ensure long-term compliance and continuous improvement Program Management Office (PMO) Tracked implementation progress, benefits realization, and performance improvements Accelerated deployment through proven templates, tools, and best-practice methodologies Related Services Facing Similar Operational Consistency Challenges? Simplify global operations and eliminate acquisition complexity Increase production capacity and cut non-conforming material costs Implement process harmonization and standard work deployment enterprise-wide Chemicals $1.8M $2.5M Annualized savings Food & Beverage 61% Food & Beverage $1M $8.5M 78% Food & Beverage $15M Chemicals How we Help