Case Studies

Turbosmart Overview

Turbosmart is a leading global brand in turbo technology with a humble beginning and a clear purpose. Our engineers build and rigorously test all our products in-house, ensuring we constantly produce the highest quality, Turbochargers, blow-off valves, wastegates, boost controllers, gauges, pressure regulators, and hoses for both track and street applications. As a result, our products are trusted by high-performance drivers worldwide for their reliability and durability. With a continued commitment to excellence, Turbosmart is well-positioned to lead the future in turbo technology.

Improvement of Turbosmart's Engineering Team Performance

Why:Turbosmart identified a need to enhance its engineering team’s performance to stay competitive in the high-performance automotive market. The primary goals were to innovate more rapidly, improve product quality, and streamline project management processes.

Internal Process Revamp

Improve existing processes internally without external assistance.

External Consultancy

Engage with Perimeter to leverage their expertise in operational excellence and business process management.

Hybrid Approach

Combine internal improvements with external consultancy guidance.

Hire Internally

Employ a dedicated continuous improvement professional to facilitate ongoing improvements.

Continue as They Are

Maintain current processes without making significant changes.

Improvement of Turbosmart's Engineering Team Performance

Internal Process Revamp

Improve existing processes internally without external assistance.

External Consultancy

Engage with Perimeter to leverage their expertise in operational excellence and business process management.

Hybrid Approach

Combine internal improvements with external consultancy guidance.

Hire Internally

Employ a dedicated continuous improvement professional to facilitate ongoing improvements.

Data & Metrics

Maintain current processes without making significant changes.

Business Process Management

Ensuring that all products and services meet established standards every time.

Success

The project led to a significant improvement in the engineering team’s performance. Key success metrics included

Increased innovation performance, with a higher percentage of annual sales revenue from new products.

Improved project success rates, with a higher percentage of projects completed on time and within budget.

Enhanced return on investment through better financial management and project selection.

Success

The project led to a significant improvement in the engineering team’s performance. Key success metrics included

Increased innovation performance, with a higher percentage of annual sales revenue from new products.
Improved project success rates, with a higher percentage of projects completed on time and within budget.
Enhanced return on investment through better financial management and project selection.

Path to Success

Assessment

Initial assessment of current processes and identification of inefficiencies.

Strategy Development

Development of a strategic plan that included a detailed stage gate process for different project complexities.

Implementation

Rollout of the new processes and systems, including training and support for the engineering team.

Monitoring

Continuous monitoring and adjustment based on performance metrics and feedback.

How Perimeter Helped

Perimeter played a crucial role in guiding Turbosmart through the transformation by

Strategy Building

Conducting thorough assessments and identifying key areas for improvement.

Operational Planning

Designing and implementing a comprehensive stage gate process tailored to different project complexities.

Leadership

Providing training and support to ensure smooth implementation and adoption of new processes.

Data & Metrics

Establishing clear metrics to measure success and inform decision-making.

Quality Management Systems

Improving quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), and warranty handling processes.

Business Process Management

Rerouting the warranty handling process into operations instead of engineering to enhance efficiency and focus.

Perimeter’s Plan

Vision, Mission, and Strategy Session

Aligning Turbosmart's leadership team on the future state design and strategic planning.

Strategic Planning

Developing detailed plans for operational processes and delivery.

Guidance and Support

Ongoing support and adjustments to ensure successful implementation of new processes.

Results Measurement

Establishing metrics to measure efficiency, effectiveness, and impact on business performance.

Product Positioning

Perimeter positioned their services to help Turbosmart achieve their goals by focusing on operational excellence, innovative process design, and continuous improvement. The emphasis was on delivering tangible results through proven methodologies and a supportive approach.

Pricing vs Value

A detailed pricing comparison revealed that engaging Perimeter as an external consultant was around 50% of the cost of hiring an internal continuous improvement professional. This cost-effective solution provided Turbosmart with access to Perimeter’s expertise and resources without the overhead of an additional full-time employee, ensuring high value for the investment.