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Client: Orion Manufacturing Ltd.
Project Type: Cost Optimization & Financial Advisory
Date: 22 August 2024
Location: Industrial Zone, Kuala Lumpur
Orion Manufacturing Ltd., a mid-scale producer of industrial equipment, partnered with ZAS Associates to address rising operational expenses. Despite steady demand, the company’s profit margins were shrinking due to inefficient cost structures, high raw material expenses, and outdated reporting systems.
Our assessment revealed hidden inefficiencies in procurement, poor cost allocation practices, and limited forecasting for production cycles. These challenges reduced profitability and threatened the company’s competitiveness. The goal was to identify savings opportunities, streamline processes, and build a sustainable cost management strategy.
ZAS Associates applied a data-driven, industry-specific approach to optimize costs without compromising quality.
We focused on three key areas:
Cost Analysis & Allocation – Implemented activity-based costing to provide accurate insights into true production costs.
Procurement Optimization – Negotiated supplier contracts and introduced bulk-purchasing strategies to reduce material costs.
Forecasting & Process Efficiency – Developed forecasting models and streamlined workflows to minimize waste and improve productivity.
By combining financial advisory with operational insights, we delivered solutions that improved both profitability and resilience.
20% Reduction in Operational Costs – Direct savings achieved through procurement reforms and leaner processes.
Higher Profit Margins – Accurate cost tracking improved pricing strategies and profitability.
Process Efficiency – Streamlined production cycles reduced delays and waste.
Sustainable Cost Management – Forecasting tools empowered the management to monitor and control expenses effectively.
This case study demonstrates how ZAS Associates helps manufacturers overcome rising costs with strategic financial planning and operational efficiency. By identifying hidden inefficiencies and implementing sustainable solutions, we enabled Orion Manufacturing Ltd. to stay competitive, profitable, and growth-ready.
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