CONSTRUCTION
METHODS
Optimum CAE system utilization and efficient planning processes through professional design methodology for a sustainable increase in efficiency.
METHODOLOGY WITH A SYSTEM
At Visuprojekt, design methodology is at the heart of every successful electrical design. Since 2007, we have been optimizing EPLAN Electric P8 implementations and developing methodical approaches for maximum efficiency. Our experienced consultants analyze your workflows, identify potential for improvement and develop tailor-made concepts for your specific requirements. With our expertise, you benefit from reduced planning times, higher data quality and consistent documentation. We accompany you on the way to standardized, future-proof CAE processes that meet the increasing demands of modern electrical design.
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We, Visuprojekt, are your professional partner when it comes to electrical engineering planning, consulting or CAE electrical design - let us support you and develop your electrical circuit diagram with our help and CAE EPLAN. Since each circuit diagram should be optimized.
With our twelve electrical designers and electrical engineers from Visuprojekt, we are represented throughout Germany and can always provide you with flexible support.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions with answers about our construction methods.
For which companies is an optimization of the design methodology particularly useful?
Optimizing the design methodology is particularly beneficial for companies that regularly create electrical plans and use EPLAN Electric P8. Typically, three groups benefit the most: Firstly, machine and plant manufacturers with recurring, similar projects, where standardization and reusability bring considerable efficiency gains. Secondly, engineering firms that work on many projects in parallel and need to deliver consistent quality. Thirdly, companies that are just switching from other CAE systems to EPLAN and want to establish optimum processes right from the start. The greatest added value arises in medium-sized to large teams, where standardized working methods significantly improve collaboration and in projects with high time pressure, where efficient processes are crucial.
What concrete return on investment (ROI) can we expect from optimized design methods?
Our customers report measurable economic benefits thanks to optimized design methods. As a rule, the planning effort for standard projects is reduced by 30-50%, for similar or follow-up projects even by up to 70%. This leads to direct cost savings in design hours. At the same time, the error rate is reduced by an average of 60-80%, which minimizes cost-intensive rework and delays. Particularly valuable is the improved responsiveness to changes, which can be implemented up to 5 times faster. The payback period for investment in methodical optimization is typically between 6 and 18 months, depending on project volume and complexity. Our customers also gain a competitive advantage through faster quotation preparation and more precise project calculations - factors that have a positive impact on incoming orders and margins.
How long does it take to implement optimized design methods?
The implementation time depends on the scope of the optimization and the complexity of your projects. Typically, the process is divided into several phases: The initial analysis of existing processes takes about 2-4 weeks. The subsequent conceptualization of the methodology, including data structure and workflow definition, takes another 3-6 weeks. The actual implementation with system configuration and initial training takes 4-8 weeks. The transition to productive operation usually takes place gradually and is accompanied by us for 2-3 months. The first significant improvements are noticeable after just a few weeks, while the full increase in efficiency is achieved after around 6 months, once the teams have fully internalized the new methods. We adapt the schedule flexibly to your project requirements and, if necessary, also enable accelerated implementation for critical areas.
How are our employees supported in the transition to new construction methods?
A successful change of method stands and falls with the acceptance of your employees. That is why we integrate them into the optimization process right from the start. First of all, key users are identified and intensively involved in the concept development. All team members receive comprehensive, practice-oriented training tailored to their specific tasks. We offer various training formats - from traditional workshops to individual coaching sessions - and provide extensive documentation, guidelines and video tutorials. During the critical changeover phase, our experts are available on site or via remote support to help directly with questions. Our mentoring program, in which experienced EPLAN specialists accompany your employees over several months and support them in transferring theoretical knowledge into daily practice, has proved particularly successful. This holistic approach ensures sustainable knowledge building and high acceptance of the new methods.
Can we integrate existing projects and data into the optimized methodology?
Yes, we attach great importance to the integration of existing projects and data. With our structured migration strategy, we transfer your existing EPLAN projects to the new methodical structure. The conversion takes place step by step, starting with selected pilot projects. For legacy data, we develop conversion routines that transfer existing part data, macros and symbols to the new structure, while at the same time cleaning up and standardizing them. For larger databases, we use special tools that enable semi-automated migration. For projects that cannot be fully migrated, we create transitional solutions with defined interfaces. Our experience in prioritization is particularly valuable: we work with you to identify the really relevant legacy data that is worth migrating, thus avoiding unnecessary effort. With this pragmatic approach, we safeguard your previous investments and enable a smooth transition.
How do you ensure that the optimized methods are also used in the long term?
We ensure the sustainable application of optimized methods through several interlinked measures. Firstly, we implement technical guard rails in EPLAN that promote standard-compliant working methods and make deviations more difficult. Secondly, we establish clear processes for quality assurance with defined checkpoints and automated controls. Thirdly, we document all methods in easy-to-understand guidelines and create video tutorials for complex work steps. Fourthly, we train method owners in your company who act as multipliers and ensure continuous application. Our long-term support with regular reviews and refresher training courses, which include methodological updates and adaptations to new EPLAN versions, has proved particularly successful. Through continuous feedback and the joint further development of the methods, we ensure that the efficiency gains achieved are not only maintained, but also continuously expanded.
How do you ensure that the new methods do not restrict our creativity and flexibility?
Optimized methods and creativity are not contradictory - on the contrary. Our methodical approaches create the framework in which technical creativity can unfold particularly effectively. We deliberately standardize only recurring routine tasks, thereby creating scope for the creative activities that actually add value. At the same time, we ensure sufficient flexibility: our methods are based on modular concepts that can be individually combined and adapted. For special requirements, we integrate defined exceptions that allow deviations from the standard without jeopardizing the overall structure. Our iterative implementation approach, in which we continuously adapt the methodology to your experience and requirements, is particularly valuable. The optimized processes even promote innovation, as they create a solid basis on which new ideas can be systematically developed and evaluated - similar to how a composer can better express his creativity by mastering music theory.
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