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Learn more about our sustainability offeringCase Study: Mettis Aerospace
Mettis Aerospace has firmly established itself as a high-flyer in the world of aerospace manufacturing. With over 80 years of experience, Mettis specialises in precision-forged and machined components, they operate from a fully integrated UK facility, delivering critical parts directly to major aerospace manufacturers.
With nearly 600 employees, they are a key wing-man to the aerospace supply chain. Indeed, as they say, there isn’t a plane you can fly on that doesn’t have parts from Mettis.
They reached out to RDS because they needed a top-flight IT and print infrastructure that matched the precision and efficiency of their engineering expertise.
Because, with RDS, not even the sky’s the limit!
The Summary
As a cutting-edge manufacturer in a high-tech industry, Mettis Aerospace saw an opportunity to enhance their print and IT infrastructure to drive greater efficiency, scalability and sustainability.
There were opportunities in:
Optimising Print Efficiency: Moving from a mix of inkjet desktop devices to a streamlined, high-performance print fleet would create consistency, reduce costs and enhance productivity.
Strengthening Security: Implementing controlled printing solutions would ensure sensitive documents remained protected while improving compliance and operational oversight.
Advancing Sustainability Goals: With ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) commitments at the forefront, Mettis sought ways to reduce paper and ink consumption while actively contributing to global reforestation initiatives.
Supporting Scalable Growth: A structured and cost-effective approach to print and IT management would provide the flexibility needed to adapt to future business expansion.
With these goals in mind, Mettis Aerospace partnered with RDS to implement a future-proofed strategy that would enhance its IT and print infrastructure while reinforcing its position as a leader in sustainable aerospace manufacturing.
The Solution
Right Digital Solutions stepped in with a comprehensive Managed Print Service (MPS) tailored to address Mettis’ specific pain points:
Rationalised Printing Fleet:
RDS replaced all inkjet desktop devices with high-speed network MFDs, managed through an automated toner replenishment system, reducing waste and costs.
Enhanced Security with PaperCut MF:
Implementing PaperCut MF allowed Mettis to control and secure print jobs, ensuring documents are only released to authorised users using their door access fobs.
Sustainability through PaperCut Grows:
By offsetting printing costs against global reforestation efforts, Mettis contributed significantly to their ESG goals, reducing their carbon footprint.
Monthly Business Insights:
RDS’s Customer Engagement Team provided monthly reviews and essential management advice, ensuring optimal device deployment and utilisation across business units.
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The Benefits
- 1Cost Reduction - A huge saving in print-related expenses.
- 2Waste Reduction - Streamlined processes led to a significant reduction in waste.
- 3Enhanced Security - Improved security protocols ensured that sensitive information remained protected.
- 4Sustainability Goals - Exceeded ESG objectives through reduced print and paper usage and global reforestation contributions.
Partnering with Right Digital Solutions has significantly improved our IT and print management processes. Their innovative solutions addressed our specific challenges, leading to considerable cost savings, enhanced security and progress towards our sustainability goals. RDS have been invaluable to our operations. Head of IT, Mettis Aerospace Dave Green