An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Operations Strategy & Competitive Manufacturing
Aligning Production with Business Advantage
Course Overview
In today’s volatile and highly competitive global economy, manufacturing operations must be strategically integrated with overall business objectives to remain viable and successful. Isolated operational decisions are no longer sufficient; organisations must align their capacity, technology, outsourcing, location, and process design with broader strategic goals to achieve cost efficiency, speed, flexibility, and long-term competitiveness. This Operations Strategy & Competitive Manufacturing training course provides participants with the essential knowledge and tools to make these critical decisions. It combines strategic insight with practical analysis, enabling delegates to evaluate trade-offs, optimise resources, and align operational capabilities with evolving customer and market demands.
Throughout this training course, delegates will explore global best practices such as lean operations, agile manufacturing, digital transformation, and sustainability. They will learn how to position operations as a catalyst for innovation, profitability, and customer satisfaction. By the end of the training course, participants will be equipped with actionable frameworks, strategic roadmaps, and the confidence to transform operations into a source of lasting competitive advantage. The training course also enhances personal capabilities, including strategic thinking, analytical skills, and leadership in operations, while delivering measurable organisational benefits such as improved agility, decision-making, and alignment with business goals.
This Operations Strategy & Competitive Manufacturing training course will highlight:
- Strategic decision-making in capacity, technology, outsourcing, and process design.
- Evaluation of trade-offs and alignment with competitive priorities.
- Application of frameworks to optimise cost, quality, speed, flexibility, and innovation.
- Exploration of global best practices including lean, agile, and sustainable operations.
- Development of an operations strategy roadmap for long-term excellence.
Training Outline
- Defining operations strategy and its role in competitiveness
- Key dimensions: cost, quality, speed, flexibility, innovation
- The link between corporate, business, and operations strategy
- Capacity planning and scaling strategies
- Globalisation and facility location analysis
- Outsourcing vs in-house: strategic considerations
- Selecting appropriate process technologies
- Automation and advanced manufacturing systems
- Product–process alignment and innovation
- Lean, agile, and hybrid strategies
- Supply chain strategy and integration
- Sustainability and green operations as a competitive edge
- Linking operations metrics to strategic goals
- Managing change and stakeholder engagement
- Building capabilities and organisational culture
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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