efficiencies
n. plural-onlyn. ways of working that save time, money, or energy. It often refers to improvements made in a business to reduce waste.
n. methods or processes that achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. Often refers to specific operational improvements within a corporate or industrial context.
The new software created several efficiencies in our workflow.
By merging the two departments, the company hoped to find efficiencies and reduce its monthly operating costs.
The consultant identified significant efficiencies in the supply chain, allowing the manufacturer to increase output without hiring additional staff or expanding their physical footprint.
While the singular form refers to the abstract quality, the plural form typically refers to specific instances or methods of saving resources.