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National government-owned utility Made a detailed study of the management and control of its large road vehicle fleet. The client company was preparing for privatisation and required urgent action to ensure that its operations were competitive. Recommendations led to significantly improved quality of operations and detailed proposals for the implementation of cost based management controls at all operational levels. Major UK-based garment importer and distributor Carried out a comprehensive audit of the company's material handling requirements. Benefits to the client included reductions in staff overtime, improved product quality, better control of delivery and despatch timing, and improved cash flow. Leading construction goods supplier Provided a fully researched appraisal of a proposed contract delivery service. We recommended significant changes to improve cost, performance effectiveness and commercial terms, and to reduce business risks during implementation. Major electrical retailer Reviewed import procedures. Benefits to the client included lower inventory costs, reduced insurance and freight costs, improved control of delivery times, and better cashflow from the use of free zone and bonded storage. Group of leading national companies in the brewing industry Established and managed a benchmarking consortium which operated successfully over a number of years. The consortium provided consistent and reliable data to its members on processes, key performance indicators and industry best practice. This helped the companies to focus effort and set research-based priorities for business improvement. A leading national retail operation in the wine and spirits industry Carried out a study for a new distribution strategy. We made recommendations on the number and location of warehouses, and on IT support systems, operating systems and rent/buy alternatives. The client was able to increase the added value from its retail operations through improved product availability leading to increased turnover, reduced inventory, and increased net profit. |
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