IMEC VZW performs world-leading research in nano electronics. The Belgium institute leverages its scientific knowledge with the innovative power of its global partnershipsin ICT, healthcare and energy. IMEC VZW delivers industry-relevant technology solutions. Two thousand people work together in in a unique high-tech environment.
In 2012 PDM completed a Maintenance Excellence analysis at the MAINT department. Following the results from the analysis IMEC VZW wanted to further professionalize their maintenance department. The research institute developed a vision to hire a maintenance manager, to create a functional maintenance system and to better anticipate more work due to changes in the infrastructure. In order to achieve this, a phased approach was developed with a focus on effective implementation and assurance on the shop floor. PDM was in charge of the execution of the first implementation phase.
In PDM’s vision it is essential to implement the foundations and to make these functional in the first phase, such as the organization, management system and work order process, together with a change in behavior of the entire team. This requires a significant and intense attention. For the first phase the main objectives were:
The implementation plan included following topics:
Together with management and responsible people of IMEC VZW, PDM achieved:
Imec faced some serious challenges in 2014 in the maintenance areas. PDM was asked to support these changes to ensure that a number of important milestones were attainted. PDM has supported us professionally and took into account our necessity to be flexible in a demanding environment. The project objectives were met and a base has been created for our future way of working.