The 5 most frequently asked questions during the start-up phase

This article was written in collaboration with Jonathan Leclair, Director of Operations and Engineering.

the Texion communications team

Communications Team

The 5 most frequently asked questions during the start-up phase

This article was written in collaboration with Jonathan Leclair, Director of Operations and Engineering.

the Texion communications team

Communications Team

In the course of our work with manufacturing companies, certain questions come up regularly. They reflect the operational, strategic, and financial concerns of organizations considering an optimization or transformation process. To clarify our approach and support decision-making, we present below the five most frequently asked questions, accompanied by clear and structured answers. 

1. "What is the exact role of Texion?" 

Texion is a consulting engineering firm specializing in manufacturing performance improvement. Our mandates cover four main areas: 

  • Automation and process optimization 

  • Operational capacity and reliability improvement 

  • Plant layout and facility engineering 

  • Implementation support for solutions 

Our key differentiator lies in our co-sourcing approach: we are equally involved in strategic planning and on-the-ground execution. 

2. "What is the duration of a typical mandate?" 

The duration of a mandate varies based on the scope of work and the level of support required. Generally, our interventions span from 2 weeks to 12 months, following an evolutionary approach that adapts to your reality.

Our Modular Solutions

We structure our mandates around three key formats, allowing us to address both targeted needs and more ambitious transformation projects:

  • Pre-Assessment

  • Express Diagnostic (1 to 2 weeks): Situational analysis + gains dashboard

  • Express Transformation (3 to 5 weeks): Prioritized action plan + on-site implementation

  • 360° Accelerator (8 to 16 weeks): Integrated PMO + full management of your key projects

This modular framework allows us to start small, accelerate as needed, and ensure a measurable return on investment at every stage.

3. "Can you help us build a business case?" 

Yes. When a project requires internal financial validation, Texion can develop business cases and feasibility studies, including: 

  • Return on investment (ROI) calculations 

  • Anticipated efficiency gains 

  • Optimization scenarios and their impacts 

  • Necessary documentation for decision-making bodies 

This step is often a decisive lever in accelerating project deployment. 

4. "Do you provide support for government grants and subsidies?" 

While Texion does not submit applications on behalf of clients, we act as strategic and technical advisors. Our role notably includes: 

  • Identifying relevant funding programs 

  • Preparing the required data and analyses 

  • Structuring the application file to meet specific requirements 

  • Collaborating with specialized partners when required 

Our involvement is designed to maximize the likelihood of approval and reduce processing times. 

5. "What distinguishes Texion from other consulting firms?" 

According to the clients we work with, three key differentiators stand out: 

  1. Operational expertise rooted in real-world shop floor reality 

  2. A collaborative approach with internal teams 

  3. An execution capability that translates strategy into concrete actions 

Our goal is not just to analyze, but to contribute to the sustainable and measurable improvement of your manufacturing performance. 

Conclusion 

These questions often form the basis of our initial discussions with the organizations we support. Answering them with clarity and rigor allows us to build trust and lay the foundation for a long-term partnership. 

Have other questions? Book a meeting with our team; we would be pleased to discuss your needs.