- Client: ARRAY Technologies
- Leadership: Armando Munoz, Vice-President, International Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Year: 2024
Overview
In 2024, the PCS Team partnered with ARRAY Technologies to determine the feasibility of expanding and streamlining their solar tracker manufacturing process for their new manufacturing facility. This analysis supported ARRAY’s strategic initiative of increased vertical integration while generating cost saving measures.
Challenges
- The need to design a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to support organizational growth.
- Limited internal infrastructure for achieving higher levels of vertical integration.
- A lack of defined feasibility studies to evaluate the impact and cost-effectiveness of new manufacturing processes.
Our Solution
To address these challenges, PCS worked collaboratively with ARRAY Technologies’ Operations and Supply Chain teams to:
1. Increased Automation:
- Partnered with stakeholders to develop detailed design specifications for the new manufacturing facility, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational requirements.
- Ensured the facility design supported efficient workflows, scalability, and cutting-edge technology integration.
2. Feasibility Studies for New Processes:
- Conducted rigorous feasibility assessments to evaluate the adoption of new manufacturing processes.
- Analyzed cost, resource allocation, and potential impacts to ensure informed decision-making.
3. Strategic Alignment with Vertical Integration Goals:
- Designed internal processes to enhance vertical integration, allowing the organization to gain greater control over production and supply chain operations.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to align initiatives with ARRAY’s long-term strategic vision.
Key Achievements
- Successfully delivered a comprehensive design and specifications framework for the new facility.
- Enabled ARRAY Technologies to adopt more efficient and vertically integrated manufacturing processes.
- Supported the organization in meeting its operational and strategic goals, laying the groundwork for improved productivity and cost savings.
Results
The PCS Team played a key role in developing a roadmap for ARRAY Technologies’ new manufacturing facility. Through innovative design and strategic feasibility planning, the project positions ARRAY to enhance vertical integration and drive operational excellence.