Areas that we might discuss:
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Strategy
- clear strategy for the future of the business
- focus on the things that will deliver value
- the right culture and values
- appropriate corporate structure
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People
- the right team with the right skills and right experience
- training and personal development programmes
- succession plans
- reward structures to incentivise performance and aligned with strategic objectives
- trusted advisers with appropriate expertise
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Organisation structure
- clear reporting lines
- effective decision and execution processes
- strong communications both internal and external
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Products and markets
- competitive edge
- clear value proposition
- building profile in the right target markets
- market intelligence
- appropriate product mix to deliver market penetration and maximise profit
- delivery processes
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Systems and processes
- scalable processes
- robust systems
- strong quality control
- maximising efficiencies
- innovation – finding new ways of doing things
- flexibility to adapt to change
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Infrastructure
- IT systems fit for purpose and delivering efficiencies
- appropriate premises conducive to a good working environment
- scalable for anticipate growth
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Financials
- development of effective financial and operational reporting around KPIs aligned to business objectives
- working capital management, robust financial controls
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Funding
- ensuring adequacy and flexibility with the right funding partners
- structure
- appropriateness
- cost