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Process Engineering& Continuous Improvement

Analysis · Standardization · Optimization · Results

I turn processes into sustainable results, from the shop floor (Gemba) to data-driven decisions.

Areas of Expertise

An engineering profile that combines a strategic view of processes with data-driven decision-making.

Diagnosis & Analysis

On-site observation (Gemba), data collection and root cause analysis.

Improvement & Excellence

Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and PDCA for sustainable results.

Standardization & Management

Process mapping, standard procedures (SOPs), KPIs and dashboards.

Leadership & Communication

Team leadership, stakeholder management and change management.

Methodology

From the shop floor to data-driven decisions

Click each stage to see what I do at each phase of the continuous improvement cycle.

Gemba

I go to the shop floor, observe the real operation and listen to the teams before deciding.

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Featured Cases

Real results in process improvement and operational excellence.

Viação Dedo de Deus

Operational Transformation with KPIs

More than 40 fleet maintenance improvements, with cost per kilometre below target and stable costs over 8 years.

Grupo Guanabara

Mercedes-Benz Technical Excellence

Standardized repair times (SRT) and audit compliance, contributing to the brand's Diamond classification.

CTT, Portugal Post

Continuous Improvement at national scale

Gemba, root cause analysis, Power BI KPIs and business cases to the Board, across national continuous-improvement initiatives.

20+
Years of experience
6
Published articles
Lean 6σ
Green Belt · ISO 9001
Marcelo Abbadia
Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement · Lisbon, Portugal
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