This podcast from Aviation Maintenance Magazine explores the challenges faced by aerospace and defence companies in meeting surging demand, focusing on strategies for increasing throughput and overcoming production bottlenecks. It outlines a three-stage approach – stabilise, enhance, accelerate – to improve production efficiency and quality. The podcast further emphasises the critical role of data analytics and asset utilisation in identifying and addressing production constraints. By implementing cultural change and leadership and organizational improvement strategies, companies can foster a workforce committed to continuous improvement and unlock significant productivity gains. The podcast concludes by advocating for a total value optimisation process across the entire supply chain to ensure long-term value creation and prepare companies for future growth and adaptability.