Engineering the Shift to Smarter Robotics and AI

We help manufacturers implement next-generation robotic and AI-driven systems that streamline workflows, minimise the need for specialised staff training, and significantly increase productivity—without the need to expand headcount.

Strategic Competitive Advantage

Our "First-Principles" approach differentiates Laima Robotics from traditional hardware sellers.

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Technical Feasibility Analysis
Robot Hardware Selection
Safety Compliance & Guarding
Hardware Agnostic Strategy
Rapid 1-Day SME Site Audit
Low-Volume, High-Mix specialisation

Strategic Applications

Our Methodology

We combine technical analysis with commercial logic to move from initial assessment to a clear, ROI-backed implementation plan in under two months, with no obligation to proceed to implementation.

1

Free Assessment

1 Day

  • • In-person shop floor visit
  • • Operator interviews
  • • Bottleneck identification
2

Discovery Report

1 Week

  • • Document potential yield gains
  • • Preliminary ROI expectations
  • • Automation roadmap proposal
3

Project Kick-off

1 Week

  • • Scope finalisation including pricing
  • • Baseline KPI establishment
  • • Project team alignment
4

Ops Assessment

1 Month

  • • Technical cycle time logging
  • • Time-motion studies
  • • "Dead time" data capture
  • • Close interaction with the client
5

ROI Mapping

1 Week

  • • Full payback period mapping
  • • Commercial logic report
  • • Hardware agnostic strategy
6

Implementation

Various

  • • Hardware installation
  • • ERP/Quality system interface
  • • Staff training & Handover
7

Support

Indefinite

  • • Post-installation KPI check
  • • 24/7 technical assurance
  • • Continuous process optimisation

Strategic Feasibility Engine

Calculate the commercial impact of automation. This tool includes "Hidden Factory" costs: Scrap, Labour Utilisation, and Uptime Gaps.

Labour Operational Metrics

Total labour hours available per day.
Fully loaded hourly cost including wages, NI, pension, overheads.
Percentage of total production lost to defects.
Number of days per week the system operates.
Average units produced per labour hour including scrap.

Machine Operational Metrics

Average units produced per machine hour including scrap.
Expected % decrease in defects (e.g. 80% drop).
Total capital investment required for the system.
Hourly operational cost including maintenance and utilities.

Commercial Payback Period
(Total Investment + Downtime Cost) ÷ (Annual Net Benefit ÷ 12)

14.2 Months

Approximate Annual Net Benefit
(Labour Savings + Hidden Savings) - (Annual OPEX + Maintenance)

£58,500
Total Upfront Investment
Total capital investment required
£92,500
Annual Labour Savings
Annual value of labour costs saved.
£60,000
Yearly Unit Production
Total units produced annually.
0
Cumulative Cash Flow (The "Valley of Death")
Investment Phase
Profit Phase
Labour Cost per Unit
Hourly labour cost ÷ units produced per labour hour
£0.30
Machine Cost per Unit
Hourly machine cost ÷ units produced per machine hour
£0.02
Total Lifecycle Wealth Gen.
(Annual Net Benefit × Years) - (Initial Investment + Ongoing Machine Costs)
£450,000
over 12.5 Years
Total Lifecycle Cost (Labour Only)
Total labour cost if automation was not implemented
£750,000
over 12.5 Years

Consultant's Note

This Strategic Feasibility Engine models tangible CAPEX and OPEX to serve as a commercial sense-check rather than a definitive financial audit. It allows manufacturers to validate the baseline feasibility of automating labour-intensive processes using indicative figures. A comprehensive business case requires a granular analysis of site-specific factors—including recruitment churn, management overhead, and detailed enabling costs—which can only be quantified during a technical audit. To transition from estimation to a fully costed proposal, please contact our team via the form below.

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Strategic Feasibility Report

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Strategic Input Variables

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Consultant's Analysis

This Strategic Feasibility Engine models tangible CAPEX and OPEX to serve as a commercial sense-check rather than a definitive financial audit. It allows manufacturers to validate the baseline feasibility of automating labour-intensive processes using indicative figures. A comprehensive business case requires a granular analysis of site-specific factors—including recruitment churn, management overhead, and detailed enabling costs—which can only be quantified during a technical audit. To transition from estimation to a fully costed proposal, please contact our team via the form below.