I Help Reduce Manufacturing Cost & Increase Productivity
I'm AK Gupta, an Operational Excellence Consultant & Lean Manufacturing Specialist with 30+ years of hands-on experience helping companies across automotive, manufacturing, and industrial sectors achieve breakthrough results.
30+
Years Experience
8
Industry Sectors
50+
Major Companies
3
World-Class Systems
MBA
+ Engineering Degree
About AK Gupta
Engineering Excellence with Proven Results
30+ Years of Manufacturing Excellence
I am AK Gupta, an engineering graduate in production and MBA in operations having more than 30 years of experience. I have learned & practiced TPM under guidance of TPM Guru Prof. Yamaguchi san, Toyota production system with Toyota Japanese team in Japan & India, and worked on Maruti production system under guidance of Maruti centre for excellence team.
TPM Expertise
Trained under TPM Guru Prof. Yamaguchi san
Toyota Production System
Hands-on experience with Toyota team in Japan & India
Maruti Production System
Worked with Maruti Centre for Excellence team
My Philosophy
My holistic approach to manufacturing excellence
Solution by Engineers - My Continual Improvement Excellence Approach
Through my consulting firm "Solution by Engineers", I focus on continual improvement in the field of productivity and maintenance of equipment. My Operational Excellence & Lean Manufacturing approach helps organizations achieve their desired goals through a holistic methodology that I've refined over 30+ years.
I deploy various tools and techniques that align your organization's culture, enable employees, and sustain all implemented initiatives. My Manufacturing Operational Excellence programs are delivered in different formats including Operational Excellence, World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Total Quality Management (TQM), and many more.
My Main Objective
To help you reduce costs through strategic improvements with the primary objective of increasing growth and gaining competitive edge. By improving operational speed, agility, and responsiveness, I enable you to grow your profitability (Bottom Line) five times faster than your revenue (Top Line).
To stay ahead of competitors and drive desired business outcomes, companies must reimagine their operations and processes holistically in response to evolving marketplace competition and digital technology disruption. As a lean manufacturing consultant, I play a pivotal role in successful business transformations.
My Experience & Expertise
Three decades of hands-on experience with world-class manufacturing systems
Toyota Production System
Japan & IndiaTraining: Learned and practiced with Toyota Japanese team in Japan & India
Application: Implemented Toyota Production System principles across multiple automotive manufacturers
System Focus
Lean Manufacturing
Key Benefits
Waste Elimination
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Expert LevelTraining: Learned & practiced TPM under guidance of TPM Guru Prof. Yamaguchi san
Application: Implemented across automotive, heavy vehicle, and manufacturing sectors
System Focus
Equipment Excellence
Key Benefits
Uptime Improvement
Maruti Production System
Excellence ProgramTraining: Worked under guidance of Maruti Centre for Excellence team
Application: Applied Maruti production system methodologies in automotive sector
System Focus
Operational Excellence
Key Benefits
Quality & Efficiency
Companies I've Worked With
30+ years of hands-on experience helping these industry leaders achieve manufacturing excellence
Passenger Car/Vehicle
- Toyota Motors
- Mahindra
- Maruti
- Honda Car
- SML ISUZU
- Force Motors
- General Motors India Ltd
- Hindustan Motors
- Premier Automobiles Ltd
Tractor Segment
- Sonalika
- Escorts
- Eicher
- Mahindra
- TAFE
- New Holland Tractors
- Same Duetz
Heavy Vehicle
- Ashoka Leyland
- Man Truck
- Eicher Volvo
- Daimler
Gensets
- Tata Cummins
- Kirloskar
- Greaves
- Kohler
- Perkin
- Liebherr
Earth Moving
- JCB India
- Caterpillar
Motorcycle
- Bajaj Auto Ltd
- Hero Honda
- Honda Scooter & Motorcycle
- Yamaha Motorcycle
- Suzuki Motorcycle
Energy Saving Lamp
- Phoenix
- Osram
- Havells
- Gulf Lighting
Auto Parts Manufacturing
- Sona Koyo Steering System Ltd
- Denso India Ltd
- Sumi Motherson Automotives
- Minda HUF Ltd
- Lumax Industries
- Machino Plastic Limited
My Service Verticals
Comprehensive manufacturing excellence solutions tailored to your needs
Operational Excellence Consulting
Streamline processes, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance productivity across manufacturing operations
- Lean Manufacturing Implementation
- Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- Toyota Production System
- World Class Manufacturing (WCM)
- Value Stream Mapping
People Excellence
Foster growth and enhance team performance for outstanding manufacturing results
- Skills Development & Training
- Leadership Development
- Culture Transformation
- Change Management
Strategic Excellence
Work with management teams to make companies more profitable and competitive
- Strategic Planning & Deployment
- Performance Management Systems
- Benchmarking & Target Setting
- Continuous Improvement Culture
Process Optimization
Streamline your manufacturing processes for maximum efficiency and reduced waste.
Productivity Improvement
Enhance overall productivity through lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
Quality Improvement
Implement quality systems to reduce defects and improve customer satisfaction.
Cost Reduction
Identify and eliminate waste to significantly reduce manufacturing costs.
Delivery Performance
Optimize delivery schedules and improve on-time performance metrics.
Safety & Environment
Enhance workplace safety and environmental compliance standards.
Manpower Optimization
Optimize workforce allocation and improve employee productivity through strategic planning.
Equipment Performance Management
Maximize equipment uptime and efficiency through systematic maintenance strategies.
Factory Layout Design
Optimize facility layout for improved material flow and operational efficiency.
Benefits You'll Achieve
Measurable results that impact your bottom line
Reduced Manufacturing Cost
Increased Productivity
Improved Profitability
Lead Time Reduction
Equipment Uptime Improvement
Quality Enhancement
Inventory Optimization
Culture Building
Improved Cash Flow
Customer Satisfaction
Revenue Growth
My Methodology
My proven systematic approach to achieve excellence
1
System Study
Comprehensive study of the whole system to understand current state
2
Data Collection
Checking and collecting relevant data for analysis
3
Benchmarking
Setting targets based on industry benchmarks and best practices
4
Issue Analysis
Using latest tools & techniques to analyze and find root causes
5
Strategic Planning
Making short term & long term plans, attacking low hanging fruits first
6
Implementation
Working on issues with continuous onsite & offsite team support
7
Monitoring
Daily & weekly progress monitoring and measuring improvements
Credentials & Recognition
Professional qualifications and industry recognition
Educational Background
- Engineering Graduate in Production
- MBA in Operations
- 30+ Years Industry Experience
Expert Training & Certifications
- TPM Training under Prof. Yamaguchi san
- Toyota Production System (Japan & India)
- Maruti Production System Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing Specialist
Industry Partnerships
- Toyota Japanese Team Collaboration
- Maruti Centre for Excellence
- Leading OEM Partnerships
- Global Manufacturing Networks
Why Choose AK Gupta
What sets me apart in the industry
Result Oriented
Focused on delivering measurable results that impact your bottom line
Value for Money
Cost-effective solutions that provide excellent return on investment
Innovative Ideas
Creative and modern approaches to solve complex manufacturing challenges
End-to-End Support
Comprehensive customer support throughout the project lifecycle
Personalized Services
Tailored solutions designed specifically for your unique requirements
Contact Me
Get in touch to discuss your manufacturing challenges and requirements
Let's Discuss Your Manufacturing Requirements
Ready to improve your manufacturing operations? Contact me today to discuss how I can help reduce costs and increase productivity based on my 30+ years of hands-on experience with world-class manufacturing systems.
AK Gupta - Manufacturing Excellence Consultant
Engineering Graduate + MBA Operations
30+ Years Industry Experience
Major Companies Across 8 Industry Sectors
+91 8427662538
akgupta@solutionbyengineers.com
How I Can Help:
- Operational assessment and improvement
- Cost reduction strategies
- Productivity enhancement programs
- TPM and lean manufacturing implementation
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