Layout Optimisation

Efficient, data-driven layout optimisation for factories and business footprints.

IMIG’s Layout Optimisation service is designed to transform your operational spaces for maximum efficiency, productivity, and safety. From factory floors to complex business footprints, our experts leverage data, lean manufacturing principles, and process engineering to design layouts that minimise waste, reduce lead times, and streamline overall operational flow. We also support businesses looking to consolidate multiple sites into a single, more efficient operation, helping reduce costs and improve coordination.

How We Succeed

We combine decades of industry experience with a practical, data-focused approach. By applying proven lean manufacturing methods and deep process engineering insights, we deliver layouts that improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimise space utilisation. Our hands-on experience across various manufacturing sectors makes us the ideal partner for complex layout projects.

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Our Process

Strategic Planning

Assessment

We begin by conducting a comprehensive site evaluation, gathering critical data on current layouts, material flow, and space utilisation. This stage helps us understand your specific challenges and identify potential inefficiencies.

Implementation

Design and Planning

Using the insights from the assessment, we develop detailed layout plans that prioritise lean workflows, efficient material handling, and optimised space usage. This includes consideration for future growth and the potential consolidation of multiple sites into a single, more efficient footprint.

Implementation Support

Our team provides hands-on support during the implementation phase, coordinating with your operations teams to ensure the new layouts are executed smoothly, on time, and within budget.

Continuous Improvement

Post-implementation, we work closely with your teams to monitor performance, fine-tune layouts as needed, and ensure long-term operational excellence.

People

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Paul Wyatt Paul Wyatt is a Director at IMIG, bringing an exceptional breadth of experience, including as CEO, CPO and Global Operations Director. He has delivered major transformation throughout his career in the manufacturing and automotive sectors. Paul is a Fully Accredited Member of the Institute for Turnaround, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply and holds a degree in Managerial Sciences. He has significant expertise in Business Strategy development, Business Turnaround, Procurement Strategy and Transformation. He is a motivational leader who strongly believes in ‘one team’ and delivering results with pace.
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Lutz Jäger
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Claus Hegewald
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Alexander Kimber
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Rene Helmreich Rene brings a wealth of expertise to our team, supported by his Master’s degree and a remarkable career journey. He began his professional life in the German Army, where he gained invaluable leadership skills through international deployments. After his military service, Rene transitioned into the corporate world, focusing on restructuring, turnaround management, and business recovery. Over the past eight years, he has worked as a management consultant for renowned clients such as Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley, and BMW, as well as Tier-1 suppliers. His achievements include successful Greenfield projects, restructuring initiatives, and regaining IATF certification for mid-sized companies, all while emphasising process optimisation, cost reduction, and high product quality.
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Shay Cooper As a well-rounded operations leader, my goal is to ensure we engage teams around efficiency and effectiveness to deliver results with a balance of precision and purpose.
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Vidyavati Gaikwad Vidya is a Software and Hardware Test Engineer at IMIG with a strong academic background in Electronics and Telecommunication, holding both a B.Eng. and an M.Eng. in VLSI and Embedded Systems.
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Jaja Thompson Jaja Thompson joined IMIG as a Consultant, bringing with him a strong academic background with a Master of Business – First Class Honours. With 2.5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in the Engineering and Manufacturing sector, Jaja is making a shift into consulting, a field he has aspired to enter since his university days.
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Kazuo Ooiwa Kazuo Ooiwa is a Senior Consultant at IMIG Japan (FMIC) and serves as a Board Member and Consulting Project Leader. He holds the prestigious qualification of Certified Master Management Consultant (J-MCMC). Kazuo's career in consulting began in 1980 with Japan Management Association Consulting. In 2003, he joined Future Management and Innovation Consulting (FMIC) through a joint venture project between IMIG and JMAC.
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Christian Pfingstl Christian Pfingstl is a Senior Consultant at IMIG, bringing a strong background in mechatronics to his role. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics and began his career with an apprenticeship in the same field. He further honed his skills by working on the EU Project SmaRTI with the System Integration Laboratory before joining IMIG in 2014.
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Charlène Frutier Charlène Frutier is the Operations Director at IMIG, where she brings a wealth of experience in supply chain and general management. Holding a Bachelor's degree, Charlène began her career as a planner in an automotive Tier 1 company, quickly advancing to Planning Manager and then MP&L Manager at the UK factory. Seeking broader experience, she worked at McLaren and later took on a leadership role at Eaton (now Danfoss), becoming Supply Chain Manager at the Havant factory by age 29.
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Akira Shimogaki Akira Shimogaki is a Senior Consultant at IMIG Japan (FMIC), bringing extensive experience and a distinguished qualification as a Certified Master Management Consultant (J-MCMC) to his role. Akira's career began in 1982 with Japan Management Association Consulting, and he later joined Future Management and Innovation Consulting (FMIC) in 2011, where he continues to contribute his expertise as an Executive Officer and Consulting Project Leader.
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Simon Lucas Simon Lucas is the Executive Vice President for Automotive & Mobility at IMIG, bringing over 30 years of experience in managing complex situations under tight deadlines. With qualifications that include an HND in Management Studies and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Simon has built a distinguished career. He has significant expertise in Agile project management, risk management, stakeholder management, and quality management, gained through numerous international projects across the USA and Europe. His extensive experience ensures that he excels in consulting projects, consistently meeting timelines, budgets and quality standards.
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Alun Tribe In the realm of leadership, Alun Tribe's story is one of growth and dedication to his colleagues. From shop floor apprentice to leadership roles across Europe and the USA, reaching the position of Managing Director of a 750-person plant at age 34. Alun's commitment to excellence in both product and people became the cornerstone of his leadership philosophy.
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Paul Marron Paul Marron brings a wealth of experience to his role, with previous Leadership positions with companies like Agilent Technologies, Leonardo, and Eaton Aerospace & Director responsibilities with Ilika Technologies and SMR Automotive UK Ltd.
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Tom Brignell We'd love to share the journey of Tom, who joined IMIG as a Consultant in 2020. Armed with a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Leeds, Tom spent the early years of his career as a Process Engineer and during that time met Alun Tribe, leading to a transition into consulting for IMIG.
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Eleanor Pratt Eleanor brings a combination of programme management and coaching to her role at IMIG. Beginning as an apprentice sports coach in 2019, she swiftly progressed to become a Programme Manager, delivering gymnastics programmes to her community. This experience helped her gain key business acumen in emotional intelligence, the importance of team collaboration and the differences between leadership and management.
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Lyle Touroo With over 46 years of manufacturing experience, Lyle has demonstrated exceptional leadership and ability to motivate teams in his career. He has a successful track record of improving customer satisfaction, optimising costs and boosting profitability. Known for empowering individuals, his strong communication skills and ability to achieve objectives in cross cultural environments sets him apart.
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