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2 strategies and tactics for Fabrication

What is Fabrication strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Finding the right Fabrication strategy can seem daunting, particularly when you're focused on your daily workload. For this reason, we've compiled a selection of examples to fuel your inspiration.

Copy these examples into your preferred tool, or utilize Tability to ensure you remain accountable.

How to write your own Fabrication strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Fabrication strategy examples

We've added many examples of Fabrication tactics, including a series of action items. We hope that this will make these examples as practical and useful as possible.

Strategies and tactics for establishing OKRs for the Projects Department

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance contractor management

    • Identify key performance indicators for contractor performance
    • Conduct quarterly performance reviews with all contractors
    • Develop a contractor feedback system to address issues
    • Regularly update contractor contracts to include performance expectations
    • Implement a rewards system for high-performing contractors
    • Establish standard operating procedures for contractor interaction
    • Schedule monthly coordination meetings with contractors
    • Create an escalation process for addressing contractor issues
    • Provide training sessions for contractors on company standards
    • Allocate specific internal resources to manage contractor relations

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Boost in-house fabrication shop efficiency

    • Conduct a time-motion study to improve workflow
    • Implement a regular maintenance schedule for shop equipment
    • Introduce lean manufacturing principles in the fabrication shop
    • Set monthly production targets for the shop team
    • Invest in technology upgrades to enhance production capabilities
    • Plan weekly stand-up meetings to discuss progress and bottlenecks
    • Organise skill enhancement workshops for shop employees
    • Track and optimise material usage to reduce waste
    • Develop a quality assurance process for fabricated products
    • Establish a feedback loop between shop floor and management

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Improve mechanical project execution

    • Develop a clear project timeline for all ongoing projects
    • Assign dedicated project managers to individual projects
    • Schedule biweekly project review meetings
    • Standardise project reporting methodologies across teams
    • Identify risks early by conducting project risk assessments
    • Create a knowledge database of previous project challenges and solutions
    • Set objectives for each project phase completion
    • Measure project success through predefined metrics
    • Gather client feedback post-project completion
    • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations
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Strategies and tactics for achieving quality tool steel and coating services

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Advance fabrication processes

    • Invest in state-of-the-art equipment for the fabrication of tool steel round bars or billets
    • Develop strict quality control protocols for the production process
    • Hire and train skilled personnel for handling and operating advanced machinery
    • Implement a continuous improvement plan to enhance fabrication efficiency
    • Collaborate with material science experts to use high-grade raw materials
    • Perform regular maintenance and calibration of fabrication equipment
    • Research and adopt innovative fabrication techniques
    • Ensure compliance with industry standards and certifications
    • Monitor market trends to adapt to new fabrication technologies
    • Establish a robust supply chain for consistent raw material procurement

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Enhance coating services

    • Invest in high-quality vacuum hardening equipment for tools and dies
    • Develop standard operating procedures for PTFE and Xylan coatings on bolts and nuts
    • Implement thermal diffusion carbide coating processes specifically for dies and tools
    • Hire skilled technicians for coating application and quality control
    • Perform regular quality assurance tests on coated products
    • Develop partnerships with coating material suppliers for better pricing and quality
    • Establish a reference laboratory equipped for comprehensive metallographic tests
    • Adopt green technologies for coating processes to ensure environmental compliance
    • Offer customised coating solutions based on client needs
    • Continuously train staff on the latest coating techniques and safety protocols

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Innovate aluminium production

    • Research and develop green methods for producing aluminium from red mud and low-grade bauxite
    • Collaborate with academic institutions for R&D on affordable aluminium production
    • Implement pilot projects to test new methods in a controlled environment
    • Seek funding or grants for projects focusing on green aluminium production
    • Develop a lifecycle analysis to ensure the methods are environmentally sustainable
    • Engage stakeholders and industry experts for feedback on new production methods
    • Identify and utilise alternative ores for sustainable aluminium production
    • Perform rigorous testing to ensure the quality of aluminium produced using new methods
    • Create marketing campaigns to highlight the benefits of green aluminium production
    • Establish partnerships with eco-friendly organisations to enhance credibility
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How to track your Fabrication strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Having a good strategy is only half the effort. You'll increase significantly your chances of success if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

OKRs are a great way to translate strategies into measurable goals. Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the OKR framework:

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