Our client, a leading global healthcare company, faced significant challenges in planning capacity using Excel. The process was cumbersome and error-prone, making it difficult for the team to effectively monitor machine usage and plan tasks. This inefficiency resulted in frequent errors, unnecessary data accumulation, and a lack of standardisation, which complicated the workflow and data interpretation.

Dataworks Role

We were asked if we could apply our analytical skills and domain knowledge to help solve this issue. The primary goal was to create a user-friendly, access-controlled app that would streamline capacity planning, reduce errors, and improve overall efficiency. Dataworks collaborated closely with the client to understand their specific needs and ensure the solution was both practical and impactful.

Technology/Solution

The solution provided by Dataworks was a custom-built application designed to replace the existing Excel process. This app featured:

• Access Control: Ensured that only authorised personnel could access and modify data.
• User-Friendly Interface: A standardised and visually appealing front-end made the application easier to use.
• Configurable Options: Allowed users to add special weekly configurations and compare different scenarios effortlessly.
• Summarised Dashboards: Provided clear and concise summaries for better data interpretation and decision-making.

Advantages

The new application offered several advantages over the previous Excel-based system:

• Reduced Errors: Standardisation and automated processes minimized the risk of human errors.
• Improved Efficiency: Streamlined workflows and faster data access improved overall operational efficiency.
• Better Communication: Enhanced visualisation and summarized dashboards facilitated better communication among team members.
• User-Friendly: The intuitive interface and configurable options made the application easy to use, even for non-technical users.

Core Business Benefits

By implementing Dataworks’ solution, the customer experienced several core business benefits:

• Increased Productivity: The efficiency improvements allowed the client to allocate resources more effectively and focus on critical tasks.
• Enhanced Decision-Making: The ability to easily compare different scenarios and access clear summaries helped in making informed decisions.
• Consistency and Standardisation: The standardized approach ensured consistent data handling and reporting across the organization.
• Visual Appeal: The improved front-end appearance made the application more engaging and user-friendly.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Dataworks provided the customer with a robust solution that transformed their capacity planning process. The new application not only addressed the existing challenges but also introduced significant improvements in efficiency, communication, and overall productivity.

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