G&P, a leading quality management provider, shortlisted for Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Awards 2022 G&P shortlisted for Excellence in Technology & Innovation category Technology and innovation are at the heart of G&P business and delivering strong growth A shortlisting for Excellence in Technology & Innovation within the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Awards 2022 […]

Quality management provider G&P audited more than 169 million parts for its customers in 2021, a 44 per cent increase compared to 2020 and 34 per cent increase compared with pre-pandemic levels Parts reworked to manufacturer standards leaps by 82 per cent G&P also removed over 10.5 million substandard components from the manufacturing process last […]

The Challenge An automotive manufacturer required vehicle technicians to investigate and validate powertrain technicalities as part of its new model introduction programme. The investigation needed to be conducted and any modifications actioned and integrated without disruption to the vehicle launch schedule. The OEM required the work to be done off-site with the provision of rework […]

The Challenge Ahead of an upcoming electric vehicle (EV) launch, a car manufacturer urgently needed retrofit work on its new model to meet delivery deadlines for its customers. Without a quick and efficient response, initial customer orders would be delayed, causing significant damage to the vehicle manufacturer’s reputation. With a tight deadline looming, the issue […]

Stephen Molloy, aerospace, defence and industrials director for the quality management services provider, G&P, has been re-elected to the board of the Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA). Established in 2003, the MAA is the voice of Midlands-based companies supplying the aerospace industry, helping to grow business revenues and create high-quality employment in the region, also forging […]

The Challenge To inspect 44 cars in five countries which had potential mechanical damage, which could lead to vehicle noise and drive failure. However, the cars had already been built and distributed throughout Europe to delivery depots. G&P only had 24 hours to plan for this challenge which required the expertise of two specially trained […]

A complex cross-border quality inspection by leading quality management provider has involved visiting five countries and inspecting 44 cars with potential mechanical issues. Not only this, the project was completed in just 3.5 days by two of G&P’s highly-skilled vehicle technicians using an electrical measuring device to inspect the potentially faulty component. Thankfully, all the […]

Like most businesses in the UK and around the world, G&P has witnessed seismic changes to the business landscape. Now we prepare for the future by ensuring a strong customer focus remains the priority. Look back to look forward Lessons learnt can be invaluable. Of course, the pandemic has resulted in changes to the way […]

The Challenge With a product launch imminent, an overseas automotive OEM urgently needed retrofit work on its new model to meet customer delivery deadlines. Without a rapid and efficient response, initial customer orders would be delayed causing profound reputational damage to the vehicle manufacturer. On this particular occasion there was a shortage of vehicle technicians […]

Historical new car warranty costs at highest during the 12 months after launch Pressure on cost-down in manufacturing can be at odds with maintaining quality Manufacturers can protect themselves by addressing quality issues at source Vehicle manufacturers must protect themselves from warranty claims during new car launch periods by driving back quality issues into the […]