Nr. 549 - Medtech — digitised logistics accelerates optimisation

With a significant proportion of research and development, medical technology is one of the most important innovation drivers inSwitzerland.

In the shadow of the now not much larger pharmaceutical and chemical sector, the industry has developed into a stable sector of Swiss industry. Since 2012, it has grown by six percent annually. With sales of CHF 17.9 billion (export share 12 percent) and approximately 1600 manufacturers, suppliers and specialist service providers, the sector now accounts for 2.6 percent of Swiss GDP. In addition, the total of 63,000 employees can expect a growth of eight percent in 2021, according to the forecast of the Swiss Medtech Association. In order to remain competitive and secure their production location in Switzerland, projects are underway in many companies with the aim of further optimising existing processes to counteract price, cost and margin pressure. Against this background, Brütsch/Rüegger provides powerful, proven solutions for the progressive digitisation of processes throughout the entire supply chain in medical technology.

Tool logistics – synchronise your requirements

The easiest way to increase efficiency is to optimise the procurement of tools and MRO items, as well as intelligent intralogistics. Brütsch/Rüegger offers both in one combined system — and thus reduces the tied-up capital in your workshop. We supply production facilities worldwide with the highest availability — Europe-wide within 24 hours. Our ToolCenter is one of the most modern logistics systems for tools and MRO items in Europe and provides a strong backbone for the customer's security of supply for 365 days of the year. In addition, we also perform the internal tool management for you: Our ToolBox systems provide tools that are available around the clock — and reduce all order processes from purchasing to goods receipt to a minimum.

E-business – digitise processes

With the new regulatory framework for product documentation, monitoring and traceability in the Medtech industry, digital solutions for the management of tool data and measuring equipment are becoming indispensable, while at the same time, electronic links between production and assembly create transparency. Discover this great potential and identify all inefficient processes. Our specialists are familiar with the challenges of medical technology and have strong experience in reducing process costs over the entire value chain and tool life cycle. Based on experience, they implement flexible solutions for master data and supply chain management and accompany system integration.

Number 1 for reducing complexity

Or would you prefer a comprehensive digitisation solution? With Jellix, our flexible Industry 4.0 platform, you can turn data from machines, measuring devices, goods management and purchasing into valuable information. This will create the best starting point for the improvement of all business processes! One interesting thing to note: In our proven ToolShop you can order all articles from a single source and thus reduce your administrative effort. Over 200,000 items from more than 900 brands available in stock at any time. Orders received before 17:30 can be delivered the next morning. Purchasing outside standardised procurement channels is thus eliminated. The program is completed with the provision of flexible special procurement.

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