Building Innovation for Panelized and Modular Prefabricated Construction
Innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions that are tailor-made to achieve your specific business objectives.
Our Services
Company Size-up for Prefabrication
Company Size-up for Prefabrication
Company Size-up for Prefabrication
Is your company well-suited for prefabrication? Let us assess all aspects of your current business and the assumptions that you have made about the benefits of prefabrication.
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Our analysis and recommendations will help you make solid, educated decisions with confidence. You will gain tremendous insight and knowledge during the process, accelerating your learning, and helping to avoid costly mistakes.
Proforma Business Plans
Company Size-up for Prefabrication
Company Size-up for Prefabrication
You're well-positioned to launch your new business venture, but will you make money? Are you aware of all the hidden costs associated with running a world-class manufacturing operation?
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Our business planning program will provide you with a full set of comprehensive, accurate financial reports including a P&L statement, capital schedule, ROI, and sensitivity analysis. These reports will be based on a fully-developed manufacturing process including direct labour costs, a detailed factory layout, organizational chart, and equipment specifications.
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This exercise is invaluable for those looking for certainty in a new venture or for anyone seeking approval from investors or board members to secure funding.
Manufacturing System Development & Optimization
Manufacturing System Development & Optimization
Manufacturing System Development & Optimization
Are you puzzled by a seemingly endless list of potential manufacturing options, software solutions, and equipment builders? Or maybe you have yet to search for a single vendor and don't know where to start.
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Whether you're starting a new operation or optimizing an existing one, our experience and vast network of world-class solution providers will accelerate your learning, narrow down the options, and get you focused on what's critical for your business. Our goal is to develop a system that is custom-built for your product design, throughput requirements, and capital budget; one that is informed by your product design and engineered to deliver on your specific financial and operational objectives.
Factory Design & Set-Up
Manufacturing System Development & Optimization
Manufacturing System Development & Optimization
Are you building a new factory, expanding your existing operation, or perhaps you're simply adding new equipment?
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We provide practical guidance, innovative concepts, and fully-detailed factory layouts. Adhering to lean manufacturing principles, we create solutions that are tailor-made for your business and your manufacturing space; maximizing revenue per square foot while ensuring that you have flexibility and provisions for future expansion.
International Benchmarking Tours
We have been conducting benchmarking tours for over 6 years now and they just keep getting better!
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Developed in partnership with ProWood Consulting Ltd., our programs provide you with deep insight into the business models, construction science, cultural preferences, and technological advancements that make our host companies best-in-class examples of what is truly possible in the construction industry.
Industry Conferences, Trade Shows, and Speaking Engagements
Auto Construct provides practical, relevant, and timely information through multiple channels. We are actively engaged with a number of prominent trade associations and event organizers, helping to develop event programs, advising on critical industry initiatives, and speaking at industry conferences throughout North America.
Speaking Events
Wood Solutions Conference
February 5, 2025 | Ottawa, ON
https://cwc.ca/event/wood-solutions-conference-ottawa-2025
MASS TIMBER +
November 12 - 14, 2024 | Philadelphia, PA
CHBA Net Zero Leadership Summit
June 10 - 13, 2024 | Vancouver, BC
www.chba.ca/net-zero-leadership-summit-2024
Mike Schmidt, President & Principal Consultant
A former automotive executive, Mike started his career as a journeyman Tool & Die Maker and holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Queen’s University.
Mike understands manufacturing from the ground up and has the inherent ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the business. A thoughtful, pragmatic, and collaborative approach has served him well in leading, motivating, and inspiring organizations to achieve record-setting results.
With a relentless focus on creating value, Mike has led and facilitated the growth of several companies to become dominant players in their respective fields. He speaks regularly on the topic at trade shows throughout North America and currently serves as a Steering Committee member for MASS TIMBER+ (formerly the IWBC).
Contact Us
Wherever you are in the evolution of your business, we're here to help.
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Please reach out to us through LinkedIn with a brief introduction and your current business needs.