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MSD Dunboyne

Projects Various – MSD Dunboyne Meath

Project Value Project Duration Teams Collaborated with Systems Installed & Comissioned Partners Trained & Certified
€ 650K 12 Months 12 126 150

Project Overview

MSD Dunboyne is a state-of-the-art biologics manufacturing facility located in County Meath, Ireland. It represents MSD’s first Biologics Drug Substance Single-Use Commercialisation Facility. The site accelerates the delivery of new medicines to patients by using flexible and efficient single-use technologies.

Lean Touch Solutions has partnered with MSD Dunboyne across multiple high-value projects, delivering expert Lean Construction services. These efforts have not only supported the site’s development from its initial construction but also enabled key automation upgrades and the installation of advanced equipment.

As a result, our work reflects a long-term commitment to operational excellence. A typical project phase may include activities valued at approximately €650K over 12 months, often requiring the coordination of up to 12 project teams. So far, we have helped install and commission over 120 complex systems, and we have trained 150 partners in Lean practices. This has contributed significantly to fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the entire site.

Our Project Scope (Construction & Commissioning)

At MSD Dunboyne, our core role has been to provide tailored Lean Construction services aligned with dynamic project goals—especially regarding speed, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Because the facility evolves rapidly to meet commercial demands, our Lean support has become vital. We streamline complex workflows, reduce disruptions, and maintain high-quality delivery across all phases. For each engagement—whether involving automation upgrades, new equipment installation, or facility enhancements—we apply agile Lean principles designed to minimize delays and optimize execution.

Moreover, our methods are adaptable. Over time, we have supported projects of all types—from the initial biopharma facility build to targeted high-impact upgrades. In every case, our Lean approach ensures timely, safe, and compliant delivery.

In addition, we’ve worked on various projects for MSD at this site, including automation enhancements, commissioning of new systems, and support for GMP compliance upgrades. Each engagement benefits from our commitment to Lean excellence.

Project Approach

Lean Construction Strategy:

Our Lean Construction Strategy at MSD Dunboyne is standardized yet highly flexible. From the outset, we collaborated with MSD’s leadership, engineering teams, and technology providers to build an adaptive delivery model. This framework allows us to support a diverse range of project scopes, including new installations, process automation, and large-scale system upgrades.

Because collaboration is essential, we prioritize alignment between the client, project managers, and trade partners. This joint effort ensures consistency in planning, execution, and outcomes.

To implement our Lean Strategy, we rely on Lean Touch Solutions’ proven methodology, which includes:

  • Last Planner® System – to enable reliable and predictable scheduling
  • Value Stream Mapping – to identify and eliminate inefficiencies
  • 5S Principles – to maintain a clean, organized, and safe site environment
  • A3 Problem Solving – to drive structured, ongoing improvements

In every project, we integrate Lean thinking from initial planning through to final commissioning. Furthermore, our training and certification of 150 personnel have embedded these practices site-wide, ensuring a skilled and consistent workforce.

As a result, this investment in Lean capabilities has significantly strengthened MSD Dunboyne’s ability to deliver life-saving therapies quickly, safely, and reliably.

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