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Low-code solutions to digitalize frontline work

Tulip

Low-code solutions to digitalize frontline work

What it is

Tulip is a digital platform for app-based solutions to manage and visualize global operations in real time. McKinsey’s proprietary apps built on the Tulip platform digitalizes frontline work with digital work instructions, OEE tracking dashboards, EBR, and more which can be quickly customized to fit unique situations. Tulip features low-code solutions empowering frontline operators to develop their own applications

Example use cases

Benefits

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Low code solution to enable deployment with limited technical talent
Compatible with a wide range of systems, reducing IT/OT complexity and cost
Deployment within weeks (typically, timing depends on the complexity of the application)

Typical impact

(Example – highly dependent on which use cases are applied)

40%-60%

increased labor productivity

20-40%

improved cycle times & throughput, downtime classifications, & changeover times

15-30%

defect rate reduction

20%

utility rate reduction

How it works

Deployment typically follow a 4-step approach

1

Conduct site visit diagnostic​ to define high-level business objectives, size value at stake, gather and prioritize use cases, understand readiness, and build a deployment plan

2

Create detailed design and implementation plan for use cases in each wave

3

Iteratively build solution in collaboration with app developers to meet performance requirements

4

Define and implement governance and processes​ to sustain solution

Here are some client examples

Biopharma company leverages Tulip to transition from paper to digital to achieve 50-80% changeover improvements and 40-60% improved training times

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Beverage company leverages low-code solution to unlock capacity by increasing OEE by ~20 p.p.

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Electronics manufacturer implements digital work instructions reduce build time by 25%

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By working with us, you will have access to

Experts

Our industry and functional experts will be on the ground where and when you need them.

Helpdesk

Our helpdesk will keep doors open and commit to addressing your concerns efficiently and effectively.

Training

We offer coaching and build capabilities for your teams to deliver sustained improvements.

Implementation

We partner with you and co-create a firm path to implementation as part of the project.

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