TASK FORCE MANAGEMENT FOR SUPPLIERS
Direct intervention on site at the supplier for rapid stabilization of critical supply situations.
Immediate stabilization of critical supply chains
OEMs rely on stable supply chains – we ensure that they function even under pressure.
- Your supplier can no longer deliver and the supply situation is escalating?
- Is there a risk of production downtime because critical components are not available in sufficient quantities?
- Does your OEM require a short-term solution to avoid bottlenecks?
Supplier problems are one of the most common causes of production downtime in the automotive industry.
In many cases, OEMs have only limited influence on the supply chain – until a supplier can no longer deliver and escalations occur.
T.A.S. FORCE takes over the task force management and controls the stabilization of suppliers before a supply bottleneck jeopardizes the entire production.
With a well-coordinated task force team we work directly on site with the supplier to solve bottlenecks, restore delivery performance and avoid escalations with OEMs.
While others are still analyzing the causes, we have already parts, increased production capacities and resolved supply bottlenecks.
Our core services for OEMs & Tier 1s - supplier stabilization without production downtime
Immediate escalation assessment & task force control
- Rapid assessment of the situation on site & identification of critical bottlenecks
- Prioritization of affected components, suppliers and plants to limit damage
- Management of escalation processes in coordination with OEMs & affected suppliers
- Structured escalation matrix for rapid decision-making
- Identification of alternative solutions available at short notice
In a crisis quick action crucial. Supply chains are highly complex and delays can cause millions in losses. Our experts take over the immediate control of the situation and coordinate all relevant interfaces – Purchasing, quality, production & logistics.
Production increase & bottleneck management at the supplier
- Implementation of immediate measures to increase production & capacity
- Identification of process inefficiencies & reduction of set-up times (SMED)
- Stabilization of production lines through material flow optimization & reduction of rejects
- mplementation of overtime & weekend production to secure short-term capacities
- Introduction of a task force monitoring dashboard for daily status checks
Our task forces not only implement measures, but also establish structures that enable a sustainable increase in performance.
Quality assurance & root cause analysis (Root Cause Analysis, 5-Why, Ishikawa)
- Identification of the main causes of production problems or quality deviations
- Implementation of immediate measures for troubleshooting & sustainable stabilization
- Introduction of Layered Process Audits (LPA) to ensure long-term quality
- Optimization of incoming goods inspections & improvement of error detection
- Training of supplier employees to avoid recurring problems
Many delivery problems are due to fundamental process instabilities or quality deviations. Our experts intervene directly, analyze causes systematically and eliminate sources of error sustainably.
Management of alternative scenarios - Change of supplier or dual sourcing
- Evaluation of alternative suppliers to secure the supply
- Support in the qualification & requalification of alternative production sites
- Implementation of parallel production or short-term relocation of production volumes
- Development of a dual sourcing concept to minimize future risks
- Management of the renegotiation of purchasing & logistics conditions
If a supplier remains permanently unstable, quick quick and strategic alternatives in demand. We help to evaluate alternative suppliers, safeguard processes and implement a sustainable solution.
Stabilization & restructuring for sustainable delivery performance
- Introduction of sustainable quality & efficiency programs (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM)
- Financial and operational stabilization of critical suppliers
- Management of supplier development for long-term OEM compliance
- Support in optimizing the supplier's internal organization
- Introduction of early warning systems to identify future bottlenecks
A short-term task force solves acute problems – but we think ahead. We help through targeted restructuring, stabilize suppliers in the long term and avoid future bottlenecks.
Success Stories
Track record: OEMs & Tier 1s benefit from fast, measurable results
- Critical supplier stabilized in 14 days – production downtime prevented.
- Production capacity of a Tier 2 supplier increased by 30 %.
- OEM escalation completely resolved within two weeks.
- Alternative suppliers qualified & series production secured within six weeks.
- Supplier development reduced error rate by 40% & increased OEE by 15%.
- Dual sourcing strategy successfully implemented – Risk protection for critical components.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
"Why T.A.S. FORCE?" Your questions, our answers
Why OEMs & Tier 1s rely on T.A.S. FORCE
- Immediate measures instead of lengthy analyses – Direct intervention to prevent escalation.
- On-site visits to suppliers worldwide – Hands-on task force management to solve problems.
- OEM & Tier 1 expertise – We know the requirements, processes and expectations of the automotive industry.
- End-to-end control of stabilization – From root cause analysis to sustainable protection.
- Long-term performance improvement – Solving supplier problems & creating future-proof supply chains.
- International market knowledge – Strong presence in Europe, Asia & North America.
When do you need a supplier task force?
- A supplier has massive delivery problems and escalations are imminent.
- OEMs demand quick solutions to avoid supply bottlenecks.
- Quality problems and production downtimes jeopardize your delivery performance.
- You need short-term measures to stabilize suppliers.
- Your company wants a sustainable solution to avoid future risks.