{"id":27755,"date":"2023-10-16T08:47:11","date_gmt":"2023-10-16T08:47:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leansisproductividad.com\/implementing-the-lean-system-at-altadis\/"},"modified":"2025-10-16T16:57:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T16:57:52","slug":"implementing-the-lean-system-at-altadis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leansisproductividad.com\/en\/insights\/implementing-the-lean-system-at-altadis\/","title":{"rendered":"Implementing the Lean System at Altadis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Altadis, with nearly four centuries of history, is a landmark name in the tobacco industry and part of the British conglomerate Imperial Brands. With a presence in over 120 markets and a workforce of 26,000, the company is undergoing a transformation. In this interview, Javier Fern\u00e1ndez Sagredo, Factory Manager at Altadis, explains how the company has tackled the challenges of an ever-evolving industry\u2014highlighting Lean implementation as a key catalyst for improving competitiveness and sustainability.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Altadis: Gracias al Lean, hemos asegurado el futuro de la f\u00e1brica.\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HDZbC10-PLw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The current landscape of the tobacco market <\/h2>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe operate in a sector with a clearly declining sales trend. In this scenario, we need to become increasingly competitive to capture what remains of the market.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fully aware of this dynamic, Altadis chose to adopt the Lean System as a response to the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the lack of continuity in previous improvement efforts. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key milestones in Lean implementation<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lean implementation at Altadis followed a methodical and participatory approach. <\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rollout began with a briefing for all staff, outlining the project\u2019s scope. This was followed by a series of structured phases with clearly defined steps to guide the pilot implementation.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One standout achievement has been the upward flow of information from the shop floor to senior management. This has strengthened informed decision-making and promoted transparency throughout the organisation.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Lean has delivered at Altadis<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The benefits of Lean implementation at Altadis are undeniable. Javier Fern\u00e1ndez Sagredo highlights that the company has improved its competitiveness\u2014and, in doing so, secured the future of the factory. <\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThanks to Lean, above all, we\u2019ve secured the future of the factory by boosting our competitiveness\u2014particularly through improved productivity, cost reduction, and waste elimination.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These achievements are a testament to the company\u2019s strong commitment to operational excellence and efficiency. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Working with SGS PRODUCTIVITY<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key factor in the success of Altadis\u2019s Lean transformation was the decision to partner with SGS PRODUCTIVITY.<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe chose SGS PRODUCTIVITY because the implementation model they offered was exactly what we were looking for.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This strategic partnership allowed Altadis to tailor the Lean System to its unique reality and achieve outstanding results. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In Summary<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story of Altadis is proof that a company with deep historical roots can adapt and thrive in a shifting market. Its commitment to the Lean System has not only ensured future competitiveness but also laid the groundwork for greater efficiency and sustainability.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By improving competitiveness, Altadis has increased productivity, reduced costs, and cut waste. The decision to partner with SGS PRODUCTIVITY was instrumental in adapting the methodology to the company\u2019s specific context and ensuring the success of the implementation. With a focus on process optimisation and active employee engagement, Altadis is building a stronger, more competitive future in the tobacco industry.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet Javier Fern\u00e1ndez Sagredo, Factory Manager at Altadis<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Javier is a Chemical Engineer from the University of Valladolid and holds a Black Belt certification from the Universitat Polit\u00e8cnica de Catalunya (UPC). He currently serves as Factory Manager at Altadis Cantabria, with extensive prior experience in the chemical industry. He is highly skilled in manufacturing, process engineering, Lean Sigma, and continuous improvement.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Altadis, with nearly four centuries of history, is a landmark name in the tobacco industry and part of the British conglomerate Imperial Brands. With a presence in over 120 markets and a workforce of 26,000, the company is undergoing a transformation. 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