The current level of economic and political uncertainty continues to provide a challenging environment for many organisations. Unfortunately, the current challenges are unlikely to resolve themselves any time soon. High energy costs and the actions of the Government to bring down inflation are likely to be with us for a while. The challenge now is to take action that places your organisation in a good position for when the recovery eventually comes.
For some that means reviewing the structure of the operation in order to reduce costs but to be able to respond quickly as demand increases.
A key focus area for many organisations is the supply chain operation. In good times it is easy for fixed costs to increase and for the operation to become suboptimal as demand patterns change or volumes reduce.
Throughout its long history, Davies & Robson has assisted many organisations during both good times and bad to ensure that logistics operations remain fit for purpose. This can involve: -
- Planning and forecasting to determine optimum stock holding requirements
- Using computer modelling to determine the optimum infrastructure and operational solutions
- Evaluation of optimum resource requirements for a given level of activity
- Evaluation of the optimum mix of fixed and variable resources
- Reviewing organisational structures
- Redefining and negotiating contracts with suppliers to reflect changing needs
- Retendering outsourcing contracts to ensure they remain fit for purpose
- Preparing revised budgets
If you would like to learn more as to how Davies & Robson can assist you to restructure your operation call us 01327 349090
