Make informed automation decisions with AMD Automation's consulting services. Our experienced engineers provide objective analysis and actionable recommendations to help you invest wisely in automation that delivers real results.
Consulting Services
Feasibility Studies
Determine if automation is right for your application:
What We Evaluate: - Process suitability for automation - Technical requirements and constraints - Production volume and mix considerations - Space and infrastructure requirements - Integration with existing systems - Workforce impact and transition
Deliverables: - Technical feasibility assessment - Preliminary concept development - Risk identification and mitigation - Go/no-go recommendation - Next steps roadmap
ROI Analysis
Quantify the financial impact of automation:
Investment Analysis - Capital equipment costs - Installation and integration costs - Training and transition costs - Ongoing maintenance costs
Return Calculation - Labor savings - Throughput improvements - Quality improvements - Scrap and rework reduction - Energy and utility savings - Safety and compliance benefits
Financial Metrics - Simple payback period - Net present value (NPV) - Internal rate of return (IRR) - Total cost of ownership (TCO)
Technology Assessment
Select the right automation technology:
- Robot brand and model selection
- Vision system evaluation
- Control system architecture
- Safety system requirements
- Integration platform options
- Vendor comparison and selection
Automation Roadmap
Strategic planning for long-term automation success:
- Current State Assessment - Document existing capabilities
- Future State Vision - Define automation goals
- Gap Analysis - Identify what's needed
- Prioritization - Sequence projects by value and dependency
- Investment Planning - Budget and resource requirements
- Implementation Timeline - Realistic schedule development
Assessment Services
Manufacturing Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of your operations:
Process Assessment - Current process documentation - Cycle time analysis - Quality performance review - Bottleneck identification - Automation opportunity mapping
Equipment Assessment - Existing automation evaluation - Condition and capability assessment - Modernization opportunities - Integration possibilities
Facility Assessment - Floor space analysis - Utilities and infrastructure - Material flow evaluation - Safety and ergonomics review
Automation Audit
Evaluate your existing automation:
- Performance vs. original specifications
- Equipment condition and reliability
- Program efficiency and optimization opportunities
- Safety compliance verification
- Maintenance effectiveness
- Upgrade and modernization options
Benchmarking
Compare your automation to industry standards:
- OEE benchmarking
- Automation density analysis
- Technology level assessment
- Best practice gap analysis
- Improvement prioritization
Project Planning
Concept Development
Transform ideas into viable projects:
- Process concept development
- Preliminary layouts and flow
- Equipment identification
- Budget estimation (±30%)
- Schedule estimation
- Risk assessment
Specification Development
Define requirements for successful implementation:
- Functional specifications
- Technical requirements
- Performance criteria
- Interface definitions
- Acceptance test procedures
- Vendor qualification criteria
Vendor Selection Support
Make informed vendor decisions:
- RFQ development and distribution
- Proposal evaluation criteria
- Technical bid analysis
- Commercial comparison
- Reference verification
- Contract negotiation support
Industry Expertise
Automotive Consulting
Specialized guidance for automotive manufacturers: - Powertrain automation assessment - Body shop optimization - Assembly line modernization - Supplier automation support
Medical Device Consulting
Validation-aware consulting for medical manufacturers: - FDA compliance considerations - Validation planning - Cleanroom automation assessment - Traceability requirements
General Manufacturing
Practical automation guidance: - Job shop automation strategies - High-mix low-volume solutions - Legacy system integration - Workforce transition planning
Consulting Approach
Phase 1: Discovery
- Stakeholder interviews
- Site observation
- Data collection
- Current state documentation
Phase 2: Analysis
- Process analysis
- Technology evaluation
- Financial modeling
- Risk assessment
Phase 3: Recommendations
- Findings presentation
- Option analysis
- Prioritized recommendations
- Implementation roadmap
Phase 4: Support
- Project planning assistance
- Vendor selection support
- Implementation oversight
- Results verification
Why Choose AMD Consulting?
Objective Guidance We're integrators, not equipment salespeople. Our recommendations focus on what's right for your application, not what we want to sell.
Practical Experience Our consultants have designed and built hundreds of automation systems. We know what works in the real world.
Full Lifecycle Perspective We consider not just installation, but long-term operation, maintenance, and future flexibility.
Data-Driven Approach Our recommendations are backed by data and analysis, not just opinions.
Ready to explore automation? Contact us for a consultation to discuss your automation opportunities.