Case Study: Polaris Industries achieves zero-defect supplier quality with Advantive SQCpack

Polaris achieves zero-defect supplier output in 6 months with Advantive

Polaris Industries, a leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles and motorcycles, faced significant challenges with a new supplier, LifeStyle Metals Co., which was producing out-of-spec fuel tank assemblies. This resulted in millions of dollars in cost overruns and delayed product shipments, threatening the successful launch of new vehicles and the Polaris brand reputation. Polaris partnered with Advantive's PQ Systems and implemented their SQCpack statistical process control software to gain visibility into the supplier's quality issues.

By using Advantive's SQCpack solution, Polaris and its supplier were able to quickly pinpoint the causes of defects and implement corrective actions. This facilitated better communication and accountability, transforming LifeStyle Metals from a "Troubled Supplier" into a zero-defect partner. The implementation allowed the supplier to maximize capacity and sold out for several quarters. For Polaris, the highly successful product launch far exceeded sales and profitability expectations, ensuring the brand remains strong.

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