A Nouryon Case Study: Driving Global Efficiency with OEE

Notably, many manufacturing digitalisation projects fail due to low user engagement, 70% according to Forbes, and this challenge directly impacts OEE accuracy. For Nouryon, ensuring operators could easily engage with their OEE process was essential. In just 2½ months, Cyzag’s OEE tool delivered measurable value. Within 6 months, Cyzag had scaled to 23 global plants.

The Challenge

Nouryon had functionally capable systems, but operators struggled with fragmented tools, complex data structures, and a lack of context. Engagement was low, and users couldn’t easily see the value of logging losses or supporting operational excellence processes. A better, more intuitive experience was needed to improve visibility and empower operators.

The Solution

Working collaboratively, Cyzag and Nouryon launched a pilot built on design thinking. The goal: a familiar, intuitive OEE tool requiring no extra training, consolidating all data in one place, ensuring data integrity, and easy to deploy across sites. By using data-visualisation concepts operators already understood, the pilot enabled them to rapidly adopt the new approach and provide real-time feedback for refinement.

The Results

• €400,000 average savings per plant per year

• 4× increase in operator engagement compared to legacy systems

• Operators gained clearer visibility of process efficiency

• Decision-making shifted to the shop floor, enabling proactive problem-solving

• Losses were prevented before they occurred

• Rollout reached 23 plants within 6 months, with global deployment underway

• ROI exceeded company requirements

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About Nouryon

Nouryon is a global specialty chemicals company delivering essential solutions for industries including agriculture, construction, and consumer goods. With a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, Nouryon helps customers improve performance, reduce environmental impact, and create value across the supply chain.