The OHI Use Cases
How the Operational Hygiene Index Works for Your Situation
The Operational Hygiene Index is more than a number. Behind the OHI stands a proven methodology that adapts to your specific situation – whether you are planning a new facility, optimizing existing processes, responding to contamination issues, or preparing for certification and audit readiness. With the OHI, you gain clarity on where you stand and a clear roadmap for where you need to go. Below, discover how the OHI methodology works for your use case.
Greenfield – New Facility Planning
You are planning a new facility from scratch. The OHI methodology helps you integrate operational hygiene from day one – avoiding costly mistakes and compliance issues down the road. We start with a standard remote kickoff to understand your production processes and equipment. Through targeted questionnaires, we identify hygiene-critical areas. Once your facility is built, an on-site audit validates your planning, implements the process landscape we've developed together, and provides actionable recommendations before production starts.
Brownfield – Concept Development
You are planning a retrofit or redesign of an existing facility. Time is critical – you need to understand your current state quickly and develop solutions without delays. We start with an extended kickoff: we visit your facility on-site, analyze your existing processes, equipment, and hygiene challenges in real time. Targeted questionnaires deepen our understanding of system-specific issues. Together, we develop a comprehensive retrofit concept that addresses your operational hygiene gaps before implementation begins.
Brownfield – Retrofit Complete
Your retrofit or redesign is finished, and now you need validation and a clear roadmap forward. We start with a standard remote kickoff to understand your new setup and production processes. Targeted questionnaires capture the details of your redesigned systems. Finally, an on-site audit validates that your retrofit meets operational hygiene standards and delivers actionable recommendations for optimization and compliance.
Contamination Crisis
You face an acute contamination problem and need help fast. The OHI methodology pivots to rapid diagnosis and resolution. We deploy an extended kickoff immediately – our team visits your facility on-site to investigate the root causes of contamination across your microbiology, process engineering, and facility-specific conditions. We deliver initial concrete recommendations and direct measures to contain and resolve the crisis. If needed, targeted questionnaires follow to deepen our analysis and support your long-term corrective actions.
Certification & Audit Readiness
You need to achieve operational hygiene certification and pass external audits with confidence. The OHI methodology delivers the complete picture. We begin with a standard remote kickoff to understand your current state, production landscape, and compliance requirements. Comprehensive questionnaires capture every detail of your systems and processes. An on-site audit provides deep investigation, delivers detailed findings, and creates a complete audit-ready report. You receive your OHI certification and a clear, documented roadmap for ongoing compliance.