Quantify Operational Waste in A&D Manufacturing

Live Session with Becky Kelderman

UPCOMING LIVE | June 5, 2025, 10:00 AM PDT

If you're in aerospace or defense manufacturing and struggling to justify system improvements, you're not alone. In this session, you'll learn a fast, structured approach to identify and quantify operational waste — and turn those insights into a clear business case for leadership.

Format: 45-minute live webinar with tools and post-session resources

What You’ll Learn

This webinar is designed for mid-size and enterprise manufacturers operating in high-complexity environments interested in waste reduction in manufacturing.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Identify the hidden waste eroding margins — from rework and returns to indirect labor
Use a six-step method to estimate cost and impact, even with limited data
Present your findings clearly and credibly to leadership
Gain tools to support internal buy-in, including a waste calculator and leadership pitch kit

Webinar Agenda

Where Are You Seeing Waste?

Kick off with a poll to benchmark common problem areas across manufacturers.

The Five Buckets of Operational Waste

Explore the five key areas where cost and complexity typically hide — with real-world examples from manufacturing teams.

What Happens When You Reduce Waste by Just 5%?

See how even small improvements can generate meaningful cost savings, reduce risk, and improve throughput.

How to Quantify It — Fast

Learn a practical six-step framework to turn anecdotal issues into estimated financial impact.

Presenting Your Findings to Leadership

Get guidance on how to communicate operational waste in a concise, compelling way that drives action.

Tools, Recap, and Next Steps

Walk away with downloadable resources and optional next steps to continue the conversation internally.

Meet the Presenter

Becky Kelderman

Sales Director

With more than 20 years of experience in high-complexity manufacturing and the software platforms that support it, Becky has helped leading aerospace and defense companies uncover inefficiencies, optimize operations, and modernize their systems without disrupting production. Her practical approach is trusted by engineering, quality, and operations teams alike.