Phoenix Contact has rolled out the Value Management System as both a tool and a source of information and inspiration at all its major production sites. Traditional and innovative measures are executed consistently, evaluated within the company’s KPI framework, and benchmarked against one another. Users receive automatic notifications and can comment, while all information is gathered centrally—making Valuedesk a reliable single point of truth.
User engagement has risen markedly compared to prior practices, thanks largely to the platform’s user-friendliness. Intuitive operation, bolstered by gamification elements and streamlined workflows, reduces resistance and motivates immediate uptake.
The software also provides governance controls: where Excel workflows often suffer unintended changes, Valuedesk enforces clear standards—what Phoenix Contact calls “Guided Savings.” This standardization enabled more than 100 active users to be onboarded effectively.
By leveraging the platform, Phoenix Contact implemented and fully documented over 1,000 savings initiatives in a single system. Real-time analytics allow management to view potentials and progress at a glance, detect delays early, and remove obstacles. Procurement successes and negotiation outcomes are now far more transparent, supporting rapid, insightful reporting.