Todd Drummond Consulting


Truss Manufacturing Labor Tracking Software













Lean Manufacturing & TOC (Theory of Constraints) Consulting Services for the Wood Truss & Wall Panel Manufactures

Providing Truss Manufacturing Time Standards 

(Also known as Houlihan Method, R.E. & S.U.)

7th Year in the Consulting Business

40+ Consultations

20+ Years in Truss Industry

Todd Drummond Consulting can help you expand your capabilities and reduce your cost.  You should not let your vendor talk you into new or used equipment to improve your operation without first getting a lean consultation.  Your first investment should always be sound advice from a lean expert.  Unbiased and honest advice you will be able to use to improve your bottom line.  You will be pleasantly surprised at the results you can achieve once you implement the suggested changes.  See reference page for statements by general managers and owners about services.

See my webpage “Consultation” for the details.



Published articles in national trade magazine - Automated Builder...
 
(Click links for articles)



Smartest thing to do for 2010 for profit - May 10

Developing Reliable Truss Manufacturing Labor Estimations - Jan 10

Alternatives to Standard Truss Plate Providers Software -Dec 09 Issue

Change, or Stay in Business No Longer 
 - August 09 Issue

Structural Truss Systems case study - Margins Are Too Thin to Cause You To Guess the Costs of Individual Orders - Feb 09

Penn-Truss Finds Time to Make Needed Changes - Sept 08

Mar-Span case study - Time Standards Case Study - May 08.pdf

Fabco case study - Changing methods for these harder times - April 08.pdf

Terra Nova - Lean Practices Bolster Bottom - March 08.pdf

see the Automated Builder magazine website at www.automatedbuilder.com

Helpful articles for you to make positive changes…


Truss Shop Labor Tracker  Software  

New 3.0 Version!

One Program to Bridge Your
 Engineering and Accounting Software!
One program to...
  1. Costing and Pricing of Quotes & Orders
  2. Task Tracking & Calendar Scheduling®
  3. QuickBooks®, MS Outlook® and also coming very soon Simply Accounting® 
  4. Track all the shop labor for each order!®
Truss Shop Labor Tracking Software 



Consulting Service


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Normal Payback less than 3 months ***


Truss Manufacturing Time Standards 
(Truss labor estimations for truss design software)
  • Production Efficiencies 
    • Huge gains when applied properly
    • Also known as the Houlihan Method in the truss industry
    • Man-Minutes, R.E. or S.U. units
  • Pricing  
    • Better Gross Margins
  • Scheduling  
    • Excellent Processing Method that is Dependable
Click here for... Time Standards Brochure

Lean Principles
  • Explained 
    • Uncomplicated terminology for all personal to understand
  • Demonstrated 
    • Real world examples
  • Tailored for Your Company
    • Suggestions of current practices to increase productivity 
    • All suggestions based on best practices of proven practices 
  • Includes Theory of Constraints
    • Very effective and proven method to increase overall profitability
New & Existing Equipment Assessment and Shop Layout 
  • Better Material Flow
  • Better Equipment Use
  • Better Understanding of New Investments for Growth and Efficiencies 
    • I do not make any commissions or other compensation from any equipment or plate manufacture for recommendations.  My fees are solely paid for by client for unbiased advice that only has their best interest in mind.
 See my webpage “Consultation” for the details.

Normal Payback less than 3 months

Click here for... Consulting Brochure



Testimonial for Consulting Services…
 Terra Nova Trusses…

We felt the time was right to have a person like Todd give us an independent assessment of our entire operation. We were struggling with labor estimations on certain jobs, and Todd implemented the proper Time Standards for us to follow, which would allow us to be more precise on job costing.


We discussed and received advice on the implementation of a marketing strategy, quality control, an incentive program, performance appraisals, and the principles of lean manufacturing.


Todd has laid the foundation for our company to be a leader in our industry and improve our bottom line. I would not hesitate to recommend Todd to others in our field.


Denis and Frank Galway, Owners, Terra Nova Trusses Ltd, Mount Pearl, NF Canada

See reference page for statements by general managers and owners about services.



Thinking of Entering the Component Industry?
 
If you are new to the component industry and you are looking for real numbers to make a decision as to whether this may be something you want to invest your hard earned money in, then take a look at T & W Prospectus webpage to see a listing of information that you may have been searching for.
 


Testimonial for Consulting Services…
 
Fabco Building Components...

Since the founding of FABCO in 1978, my family and I have witnessed and been a part of the evolution of the truss industry. One tends to develop the attitude that you know what is best for your business since, after all, you built it from the ground up. The reality is that you are operating in your own busy little corner of the world.

Todd brought to the table a broader perspective, inviting us to question and compare our procedures with what he has witnessed in the industry as a whole. This led us to affirm some of our practices and change many others, resulting in a significant improvement in productivity.

We are excited to move forward with the measurement and comparison of our productivity to the labor standards provided by Todd. We feel that our relationship with Todd has had a positive influence on our company. I would strongly encourage others to make what we have found to be a wise investment.

Dan and Terry Tontarski, Owners, Fabco Building Components, Watertown N.Y


See reference page for statements by general managers and owners about services.

 


Experience Teaches Only the Teachable
--Aldous Huxley
In my personal, unending quest to understand and learn more, I whole-heartedly welcome any comments or suggestions that you may have. Please take the time to contact me with any question or suggestions. We will both benefit when we share ideas. I would be happy to discuss a greater, in-depth analysis of your operation should you desire a consultation. However, all that is written in these web pages are available for you to implement into your organization. 

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