Oracle Air Check, LLC

Case Studies

Case Study: Transformational KPI Improvements for a Global MRO Service Provider

Client Overview: A leading Global MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) Service Provider sought to enhance operational efficiency, increase revenue, and improve overall employee satisfaction.

Key Achievements: Our comprehensive evaluation and optimization strategy led to remarkable improvements across several key performance indicators (KPIs):

  • 33% Increase in Revenue
  • 15% Growth in EBITDA
  • 30% Reduction in Turnaround Time (TAT)
  • 96% Sustained On-Time Delivery (OTD)
  • 32% Improvement in Labor Utilization
  • 40% Enhancement in Labor Efficiency

Our Approach

Cultural and Systems Evaluation

Conducted an in-depth assessment of company culture, ERP, MRP, and CRM systems.

Workflow Optimization

Streamlined workflows for both products and communication channels to minimize bottlenecks.

Employee Satisfaction Enhancement

Implemented initiatives that achieved the highest employee satisfaction ratings in the company's history.

Bureaucratic Task Elimination

Identified and removed non-value-added tasks, ensuring focus on high-impact activities.

Process Redundancy Removal

Eliminated redundant steps to ensure every action contributed to value creation.

Operations Segmentation

Broke down operations into cycle times 1, 2, and 3 for better efficiency management.

Routine Task Automation

Automated routine and mundane tasks, allowing human capital to engage in more strategic, value-added activities.

Impact

Our holistic approach not only achieved significant KPI improvements but also fostered a more agile, efficient, and satisfied workforce. These changes have positioned the Global MRO Service Provider for sustained growth and operational excellence.

Case Study: Transformational Quality and Efficiency Improvements for an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Startup

Client Overview: A Bay Area startup specializing in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sought to set industry standards in operational efficiency and product quality for their Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

Key Achievements: Through strategic initiatives and rigorous quality measures, we delivered exceptional improvements:

  • 80% Mission Readiness Rate: Ensured high mission-capability through stringent quality measures and efficient maintenance processes.
  • Achieved Mission-Capability Milestone: Ensured the UAS met strict regulatory requirements through the implementation of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) quality measures.
  • Successful Type/Production Certification: Spearheaded the certification process for Client’s flagship UAS, establishing new benchmarks in the AAM sector.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Fostered collaboration across flight operations, engineering, business development, and marketing teams, ensuring alignment with the company’s high standards and strategic objectives.
  • Significant Cost Savings: Realized considerable cost reductions through efficient processes and reduced need for maintenance rework.

Our Approach

Type/Production Certification

Led the certification process for the flagship UAS, setting industry standards and achieving regulatory compliance.

GD&T Implementation

Applied GD&T quality measures, ensuring the aircraft's mission-capability while maintaining strict conformance to regulatory requirements.

Efficiency Improvements

Identified and addressed key areas for improvement in aircraft maintenance, leading to an 80% mission readiness rate and substantial cost savings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Worked closely with various teams to drive quality and efficiency across all departments, ensuring consistent alignment with strategic objectives.

Impact

Our strategic and comprehensive approach not only dramatically improved operational efficiency and product quality but also positioned the AAM startup as a leader in the industry. The significant increase in mission readiness rate, successful certification, and enhanced cross-functional collaboration were pivotal in achieving these outstanding results.

Case Study: Market Expansion and Operational Excellence for a UAS Company

Client Overview: A Commercial UAS Company aimed to expand its market presence and enhance operational efficiency in the utilities sector.

Key Achievements: Through innovative strategies and robust management practices, we delivered exceptional results:

  • 65% Market Capture: Dominated the CA Utilities Infrastructure Inspection Market, securing a leading position.
  • Consistent EBITDA Margins: Achieved EBITDA margins of 39-41% quarterly, ensuring financial stability and profitability.
  • 100+ Employee Growth: Scaled the company from one employee to over 100 full-time employees, meeting increasing market demand.
  • Balanced-Matrix PMO Implementation: Established a PMO that fostered shared ownership and alignment with company goals.
  • Strong Client Relationships: Developed impactful relationships with clients’ third-party vendor evaluators, leading to continuous successful bids.
  • High CDRL OTD and Quality Acceptance Rates: Maintained an average of 99.7% for CDRL On-Time Delivery (OTD) and Quality Acceptance rates.

Our Approach

Market Penetration

Captured 65% of the CA Utilities Infrastructure Inspection Market through strategic planning and execution.

PMO Implementation

Implemented a Balanced-Matrix Program Management Office (PMO), promoting shared vision and goals.

Operational Scaling

Expanded the company from a single employee to over 100 full-time employees to accommodate market growth.

Client Relationship Development

Built strong relationships with third-party vendor evaluators, ensuring continuous success in bids and proposals.

Impact

Our strategic and comprehensive approach not only expanded the company’s market share but also established operational excellence and financial stability. The significant market capture, consistent EBITDA margins, and strong client relationships were key factors in the company’s sustained success.

Case Study: Program Management and Operational Excellence for a Federal Energetics Defense Contractor

Client Overview: An Aerospace Manufacturer aimed to overcome schedule and budget overruns and improve program management for both commercial and defense projects.

Key Achievements: Through effective program management and lean initiatives, we achieved notable results:

  • 46% Schedule Overrun Correction: Successfully addressed and corrected a significant schedule overrun on a DPAS DX Rated Contract.
  • “Wings of Success” Award: Recognized as the most value-added team member in the Program Management Office (PMO) by the client’s customer.
  • Lean Manufacturing Harmonization: Led value-stream mapping and other ACE Lean Manufacturing Events, aligning functional groups on the prioritization of DPAS DO & DX rated programs.

Our Approach

Schedule and Budget Management

Led Integrated Product Teams to address severe schedule and budget overruns, achieving significant corrections and ensuring project success.

Lean Manufacturing Initiatives

Conducted value-stream mapping and other lean events to harmonize functional groups and prioritize high-value contracts according to DFAR Terms and Conditions.

Team Recognition and Value Addition

Received accolades for contributions to program management and operational efficiency, fostering a culture of recognition and continuous improvement.

Impact

Our strategic and comprehensive approach ensured the successful correction of schedule overruns and improved program management. The implementation of lean manufacturing practices and recognition of team contributions positioned the aerospace manufacturer for ongoing success and operational excellence.

Case Study: Quality and Compliance Improvements for an Aerospace Component Manufacturer

Client Overview: An Aerospace Component Manufacturer aimed to improve operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Achievements: Through targeted initiatives and strategic management, we delivered significant improvements:

  • 80% Reduction in Audit Findings: Successfully represented both MRO and manufacturing sides during all FAA, EASA, & CAAC audits, significantly reducing findings.
  • 50% Improvement in Drug Abatement Program Audit: Managed the Drug Abatement Program as Designated Employer Representative, correcting a significant program audit failure.
  • $12M On-Time Delivery (OTD): Coordinated the on-time delivery of over $12M in PMA and PAH fuel control and fuel component accessories over Q3 & Q4 of FY17.

Our Approach

Audit and Compliance Management

Represented the company during FAA, EASA, and CAAC audits, achieving an 80% reduction in findings through rigorous compliance management.

Program Management

Managed the Drug Abatement Program, correcting a 50% audit failure and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Operational Delivery

Coordinated the on-time delivery of key components, ensuring high client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Impact

Our strategic initiatives improved compliance and operational delivery, enhancing the company’s reputation and reliability. The significant reduction in audit findings, improvement in the drug abatement program, and successful on-time delivery of key components positioned the aerospace component manufacturer for sustained success and operational excellence.

Case Study: Enhancing Quality and Efficiency for an Overseas Federal Contractor

Client Overview: A Federal Contractor supporting a USG Contract in Operation Freedom’s Sentinel in Afghanistan (multiple provinces) aimed to improve program management, operational efficiency, and quality standards in a challenging international environment.

Key Achievements: Through strategic leadership and innovative solutions, we achieved remarkable results in key performance areas:

  • Diverse Team Integration: Brought together a team of international professionals from Ukraine, Russia, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan, fostering collaboration and mutual respect.
  • Unlimited Technical Inspector Designation: Achieved the first-ever designation for a U.S. Expatriate from Soviet-Era Russian Officers for Mi-8, Mi-17, and Mi-171 Airframes.
  • 100% Pass Rates in Audits: Ensured 100% pass-rates in Federal Aviation Program Team (APT) audits by structuring the Quality Management System around AS9100D.
  • 7,000+ Flight Hours Maintained: Supported the return of over 7,000 flight hours during the most demanding fighting season in the Afghan Air Force’s history.
  • Critical Business Development: Provided essential insights for follow-on maintenance opportunities for AAF C-208 fixed-wing aircraft in Afghanistan.

Our Approach

Strategic Leadership of Third and Local National Employees

United a diverse team of professionals from Ukraine, Russia, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan, fostering a collaborative environment and effectively managing conflicts.

Quality Management System Implementation

Structured the Quality Management System around AS9100D, ensuring compliance and audit success.

Operational Training and Support

Trained the Afghan Air Force in flight operations, aircraft maintenance, tooling, and logistics, enhancing their capabilities and self-sufficiency.

Risk Identification and Resolution

Demonstrated a consistent ability to identify and resolve risk issues, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and applicable regulations.

Impact

Our approach not only improved operational efficiency and audit success rates but also built a cohesive and capable team, ensuring long-term sustainability and growth for the Federal Contractor. The integration of a diverse team, achievement of a unique technical inspector designation, maintenance of over 7,000 flight hours, and provision of critical business development insights were pivotal in these successes.

Case Study: Enhancing Technical Publications for a Leading UAS Manufacturer

Client Overview: A UAS Manufacturer aimed to improve project delivery, operational efficiency, and technical documentation quality.

Key Achievements: Through rigorous project management and innovative training solutions, we achieved significant improvements:

  • Schedule Recovery: Overhauled three Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements to 100% current/sustainable states from a 54% schedule overrun, collaborating closely with Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and customers.
  • Ahead of Schedule and Below Cost: Consistently produced deliverables an average of 12.5% ahead of schedule and 15% below cost.
  • High-Impact Training: Led technical data composition training with 97% positive evaluations, reducing course delivery time by 33.3%.
  • High-Value Deliverables: Produced 156 deliverables totaling 311,200 pages, equating to $62,400,000 in value.
  • Efficiency Gains: Improved overall efficiency by 20% through streamlined processes and enhanced collaboration.

Our Approach

Project Management and Schedule Recovery

Collaborated with IPT and customers to overhaul three WBS elements, recovering from a 54% schedule overrun to achieve 100% current/sustainable states.

Training and Development

Delivered high-impact technical data composition training, receiving 97% positive evaluations and reducing course delivery time by 33.3%.

Deliverable Production and Value Generation

Consistently produced high-quality deliverables an average of 12.5% ahead of schedule and 15% below cost, generating substantial value for the company.

Efficiency Improvement

Streamlined processes and enhanced collaboration, resulting in a 20% overall efficiency gain.

Impact

Our comprehensive approach not only improved project delivery and technical documentation quality but also significantly enhanced operational efficiency and team morale. The successful schedule recovery, high-impact training, production of high-value deliverables, and efficiency gains were crucial in achieving these outstanding results.

Case Study: Operational Excellence and Safety for an Aerospace Maintenance Provider

Client Overview: An Aerospace Maintenance Provider aimed to enhance operational efficiency, revenue generation, and safety standards for their Part 145 maintenance operations.

Key Achievements: Through strategic management and a focus on professional excellence, we achieved significant improvements:

  • Comprehensive Maintenance Management: Managed maintenance requirements on seven models of Gulfstream aircraft, totaling 630 individual maintenance man-hours.
  • Revenue Generation: Generated $508,500 in service revenue for Q3, FY12, representing an 11% increase from the previous fiscal year.
  • Professional Excellence: Awarded Gulfstream “Above and Beyond” for professional excellence in maintenance operations.
  • Life-Saving Safety Action: Awarded Gulfstream “Above and Beyond” for providing life-saving treatment to a fellow employee who sustained a critical injury on an aircraft.

Our Approach

Comprehensive Maintenance Management

Ensured efficient management of maintenance requirements across seven models of Gulfstream aircraft, totaling 630 man-hours.

Revenue Generation

Implemented strategies that resulted in generating $508,500 in service revenue for Q3, FY12, achieving an 11% increase from the previous fiscal year.

Professional Excellence

Maintained high standards of professional excellence, leading to recognition and awards for outstanding performance.

Safety and Emergency Response

Demonstrated exceptional safety and emergency response by providing life-saving treatment to a critically injured employee, earning recognition for safety excellence.

Impact

Our strategic approach not only improved operational efficiency and revenue generation but also enhanced safety standards and professional excellence. The comprehensive maintenance management, significant revenue generation, and recognition for professional and safety excellence were crucial in achieving these outstanding results.

Case Study: Operational Excellence and Safety for Military Aviation

Client Overview: The United States Marine Corps sought to enhance the operational efficiency, safety, and mission readiness of their CH-46E medium-rotorcraft unit.

Key Achievements: Through rigorous training, quality assurance, and emergency response protocols, we achieved significant improvements:

  • Comprehensive Training and Development: Trained 36 employees in flight operations, aircraft maintenance, weapons/countermeasure systems, and DoD Systems Acquisition, resulting in the squadron becoming a top-tier qualified medium-rotorcraft unit.
  • Quality Assurance and Safety: Performed final inspections on over 2600 aircraft maintenance man-hours, resulting in 15,000 mishap-free flight hours.
  • Emergency Response and Asset Preservation: Executed in-flight emergency procedures, preventing two Class A, seven Class B, and 20 Class C mishaps, preserving assets and preventing loss of life valued at no less than $61,193,000.
  • Mission Readiness: Surpassed flight syllabus requirements, enabling the squadron to execute a diverse array of missions during OEF Consolidation II & III.

Our Approach

Comprehensive Training and Development

Implemented extensive training programs for 36 employees in various critical areas, ensuring high levels of operational competence and mission readiness.

Quality Assurance and Safety

Conducted thorough quality assurance inspections on over 2600 aircraft maintenance man-hours, resulting in a perfect safety record of 15,000 mishap-free flight hours.

Emergency Response and Asset Preservation

Demonstrated exceptional emergency response capabilities, executing procedures that prevented significant mishaps and preserved assets worth over $61 million.

Mission Readiness

Exceeded flight syllabus requirements, which enabled the squadron to undertake and successfully complete a wide range of missions during OEF Consolidation II & III.

Impact

Our comprehensive approach not only improved operational efficiency and safety but also significantly enhanced the mission readiness and effectiveness of the CH-46E medium-rotorcraft unit. The rigorous training, meticulous quality assurance, and effective emergency response were crucial in achieving these outstanding results.