News
March 2012
LHT Philippines expand ConsumableCare support.
Lufthansa Technik Philippines have increased their 'Just in Time' ConsumableCare supply program by up to 75%. Servicing Airlines from around the world, the maintenance organisation came into existence at the turn of the millennium from a joint venture between Lufthansa Technik AG and MacroAsia Corporation. Primarily the company focuses on base maintenance checks for the A330/A340 & A319/A320 aircraft, but also undertakes major modifications, cabin reconfigurations, engine maintenance and painting from their 7 hanger bays & workshops.
Having already experienced first-hand, the financial & logistical benefits of the program, just a few months into their 3 year ConsumableCare contract, the company took the decision to further cement relations with PDQ by broadening the range of supported parts. This increase will further ensure the immediate availability of vital components, eliminating reduced-productivity times due to stock shortages, whilst also allowing for more accurate forecasting of aircraft check turnaround times.
Czech in, Cheque Out - PDQ and CSA Sign Asset Disposal Deal
PDQ Airspares are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with Czech Airlines Technics. Established in 1923, as a Technical division of the award winning international Airline, it became a subsidiary and sole maintenance provider of Czech Airlines in 2010. CSAT signed a deal commissioning PDQ to market in excess of 18,000 stock-lines from their surplus material. With the proliferating squeeze on corporate cash flow, the program will provide Czech Airline Technics with a steady stream of income that can be effectively used by the company itself or offset against future supplies of consumables from PDQ's exploding range of consumable products.
CSAT has also taken advantage of PDQ's ConsumableCare Stock Relocation Program, transferring their surplus stock to PDQ's own facility. The geographical shift from Prague to the UK, will be orchestrated by PDQ and will free up significant space in the CSAT warehouse, as well as enabling PDQ to minimize turnaround times upon sale of goods.
February 2012
PDQ, Raising the standard...
This month sees PDQ Airspares sailing through the next level of AS9120 quality standard, passing the enhanced AS9120A with flying colours. Incorporating all aspects of ISO9001-2008, this approval retains its status as the ultimate level of certification to be achieved within this sector of the Aerospace Industry.
PDQ always strive for excellence, especially in the area of quality. Having achieved a Level 4 placement with the 'Statement of Effectiveness', surpassing the Level 3 national average, the AS9120A accolade reaffirms PDQ's position as a High Standards - Quality Assured Company.
January 2012
Thomson Airways checks in to Next Generation ConsumableCare
PDQ Airspares has signed a 5 year exclusive consumable supply deal with Thomson Airways, one of the world's largest charter airlines. Thomson Airways is taking advantage of the Next Generation ConsumableCare product which now includes an easy to use interface, with features that promote best practice and improved business processes.
The Next Generation ConsumableCare contract has been tailored to ensure a seamless integration with Thomson Airways' existing maintenance programs. PDQ and Thomson share the same ambitions, exploring and pushing boundaries in their respective fields to deliver the most modern, cost effective and improved customer experience.
The implementation of a managed stocking program has been geared to generate significant time and cost savings through reduced administration and stocked inventory, the benefits of which will be shared across the whole of the fleet.
PDQ Airspares is delighted to welcome Thomson Airways on board, joining our ever increasing family of ConsumableCare Partners.
PDQ Launch Next Generation ConsumableCare
Following a highly successful season of customer expansion and consumable supply demand, PDQ Airspares are excited to herald the launch of its Next Generation ConsumableCare programs.
Since its inception during 2007, ConsumableCare has been enthusiastically embraced by many of Europe's most demanding Airline and Maintenance Organisations. The success of the programs are now clearly evident with new Airlines and MRO's coming aboard and existing ones renewing contracts for a further 3-5 years.
ConsumableCare was initially created to offer Airlines and MRO's a means to significantly reduce time and operational costs through a core range of scalable and tailored programs:
- Invoice On Consumption - Fixed Price Consignments
- JIT - Guaranteed Supply
- Kitting Programs
- Consignment & Asset Disposal
Since these have been implemented, our customers have been able to measure enviable savings across multiple departments.
... and now, building on the success of its predecessor, Next Generation ConsumableCare is even more streamlined and efficient.
IT Systems - With success comes susceptibility, so to maximise efficiency and ensure smooth supply operation, PDQ have recently completed a major IT systems overhaul program. The benefits of this have already been realised, with improved communication & information availability providing our support teams with 24/7 monitoring, through anytime-anywhere, MS Cloud based Technology. With the rapid increase in data flow, the new systems have also enabled us to effortlessly boost productivity without compromising stability.
More Manpower - Adding to our existing team of Front-line Support Operators, PDQ have enlisted the skill and services of several new ground personnel. Each one bringing their own experience and expertise gained in the field of aviation maintenance supply. Warehouse staffing levels have also been increased to manage the surging flow of parts.
Increased Reporting Capability - With self-imposed performance sanctions in place, PDQ are constantly monitoring internal & external processes to ensure delivery deadlines are achieved and supporting warehouse levels maintained. NGC's enhanced Efficiency & Performance Reporting System (EPRS) enables us to effectively forecast stock availability turbulence, whilst targeting weak links in the supply-chain, triggering evasive steps to further safeguard critical stock levels.
To discuss your future Consumable Solutions email solutions@pdq-airspares.co.ukor call +44 1425 652200 and find out what PDQ's Next Generation ConsumableCare can do for you!
