Embraer launches ONEChain programme

Embraer has finalised the implementation of the ONEChain Programme, an initiative to support the company growth’s strategy that leverages digital transformation to help improve the management of its supply chain. The ONEChain platform was designed to simplify and digitalise supply chain operations by fostering greater transparency, agility, and collaboration through an integrated process that benefits both Embraer and its suppliers worldwide. By adopting and disseminating the best practices in the market, ONEChain has enabled the company to improve governance, standardise processes, reduce costs and expenses, increase competitiveness, agility, and productivity, as well as to digitise and unify a large part of the supply chain processes in an innovative way. “In addition to achieving enhanced operational efficiency, we have integrated all operations with our suppliers and partners in a single platform, which makes it possible to manage operations in real-time,” says Roberto Chaves, Embraer’s Executive Vice President of Global Procurement and Supply. “This guarantees a more levelled and uniform production of our products, a reduction in fixed and variable costs, and more agile decision-making processes. Recently, the ONEChain programme was recognised at the Procurement Success Summit (PSS) in China, being awarded in two categories: Process Innovation Award and Procurement Ecosystem Award. “Being recognised at this global, top-level procurement award ceremony makes us very proud of the ONEChain Program, which is setting a new standard in digital transformation, supplier collaboration, and operational excellence,” added Chaves. The programme has been implemented in Brazil and countries where Embraer operates: the United States, China, Singapore, as well as France, the Netherlands and Portugal. CommuteAir signs Exchange Plus Programme CommuteAir and Embraer have expanded their cooperation by entering into a contract for the Exchange Plus Programme to support CommuteAir’s E-Jet fleet. Through the programme, CommuteAir will be able to access tailored inventory management and repair services from Embraer’s worldwide supply chain. “CommuteAir is excited to build on its existing partnership with Embraer for our ERJ145 aircraft to now include parts inventory and repair support for our E-Jet aircraft,” said Lon Ziegler, CommuteAir’s Vice President of Technical Operations. “Embraer will help ensure we have a ready supply of parts to support our charter operations using the 76-seat E170 aircraft.” “We are very pleased to partner with CommuteAir to offer the Exchange Plus Programme for supporting its E-Jet operation. Embraer has a long-term relationship with the company and our goal is to offer the best-in-class support that makes the difference on our customer’s operations”, said Carlos Naufel, President and CEO, Embraer Services & Support. Exchange Plus Programme is an integrated solution for customers seeking efficiency and cost-effective management of repairable components. With tailored inventory management and comprehensive repair services, customers can optimise their operations while minimising downtime and associated costs. CommuteAir and Embraer have already partnered on rotable and expendable parts support for the ERJ145 fleet through the Pool and Inventory Planning programs. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Kay Rolland at [email protected]