Efficient factory planning refers to the targeted planning of a production site with a focus on maximum productivity, minimum waste and optimum use of resources. The aim is to coordinate processes, areas, material flows and infrastructures in such a way that costs, throughput times and energy consumption are reduced while flexibility and performance are increased.
Typical elements of efficient factory planning are modular layout concepts, lean production systems, digital planning and simulation methods and the early involvement of all relevant specialist departments. It forms the basis for economically and technically sustainable factory structures and is a key success factor for competitive industrial companies.