Experience
Driving efficiency gains
Problem
A large hospital facing budget difficulties needed to take-out $8M of cost over a three year period whilst ensuring financial performance and quality of patient care was not affected adversely.
Response
The identification and delivery of relevant advice and support needed to assist the hospital in managing the supply chain, increasing throughput in elective surgery and improving the efficiency of the employees.
Result
Major gains were realized in the overall efficiency of the organization. The financial performance of the hospital improved and patient care was enhanced.
Effective cost reduction
Problem
A US subsidairy of a multi-national company found itself under increasing pressure from its competitors who were becoming more price-competitive in the market place.
Response
The identification and delivery of dedicated management experience and relevant support services to assist the business in relocating its manufacturing operation to an area of lower cost production.
Result
The whole manufacturing operation was relocated within three months. The management expertise employed ensured minimal disruption was felt within the supply chain. Considerable improvement in the company's financial performance was recognized quickly.