02 / SCALE READINESS ASSESSMENT & ACTION PLAN
Find the gaps before scaling finds them for you.
We assess whether your product, production, suppliers and management system are ready for the next stage of growth. We find the gaps and build an action plan to close them.
The objective is not more process. It is to identify the gaps, dependencies and priorities that could constrain scaling before production volume increases. Start with our readiness self-assessment.
A working prototype doesn’t mean you’re ready to scale.
Low volumes can hide weaknesses that become expensive once production increases. Traceability that works for tens of units can become difficult at hundreds.
SOUND FAMILIAR?
01. You’re moving from prototype to production.
The product works, but production capability and supporting controls haven’t yet been demonstrated at the volumes you plan to reach.
02. You’re preparing to increase volume.
Production, suppliers and quality processes need to work reliably without depending on individual people or constant firefighting.
03. Your supply chain is becoming more critical.
More suppliers, outsourced processes or higher volumes increase dependency on external capability and performance.
04. You’re not sure where the real scaling risk is.
Several areas need attention, but it isn’t clear what should be strengthened first or where investment will create the most value.
Fewer surprises. Clearer priorities. Better decisions before increasing volume.
WHAT WE ASSESS
Product & design readiness
Critical requirements, design maturity, product risk, verification, validation and change control.
Production readiness
Process capability, repeatability, controls, deviations, testing and traceability.
Quality system scalability
Responsibilities, risk visibility, escalation, cross-functional ownership and the administrative workload required to maintain control.
Supplier readiness
Critical supplier identification, capability, qualification, performance, capacity and escalation.
Product assurance & compliance
Applicable requirements, certification, technical evidence and the impact of product, supplier and process changes.
WHAT YOU GET
Overview
How management, performance evaluation and strategic management connect, plus a view of product design, supply chain and production processes.
Weak points and risks
The main weak points and risks, ranked by impact.
Action plan
A prioritised action plan to close them.
The assessment is based on data analysis, interviews and a review of evidence.
It can be combined with our internal audit service.
Duration: up to 2 weeks, depending on the complexity of your processes.
Planning to scale production?
Before adding volume, let’s identify where your current product, production, suppliers and management system could become constraints.