Carrier Case Study on Manufacturing Cost Modeling

This case study details Carrier's implementation of aPriori for manufacturing cost modeling, highlighting the challenges faced in analyzing costs for complex products requiring various manufacturing processes. Carrier's cost engineering group aims to optimize product costs and enhance supplier negotiations. Traditional methods, such as spreadsheets, proved inadequate for generating accurate cost models. The introduction of aPriori allowed Carrier to simulate manufacturing processes and create precise should cost models, resulting in significant savings, including a $200,000 annual reduction for specific components. The study outlines how Carrier expanded aPriori's use from seven to over 125 users globally, integrating it with design workflows to streamline processes and support sustainability goals. Additionally, it discusses plans for automating a component library to enhance knowledge sharing across the organization. The case study emphasizes how aPriori supports Carrier's mission to reduce carbon emissions as part of their broader environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives.