Failing to plan, planning to fail!
Plan C. We all talk about having one, but how often is the time and effort put into making a robust contingency plan? As a business the ability to quickly react to a change or emergency, whilst maintaining as close to business as usual (BAU) operations, is fundamental to floating or sinking. Whilst the UK […]
Embracing excellence as a consultancy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In 2016, the Management Consultancies Association (MCA) launched its new Consulting Excellence scheme. Two years on, and as 2018 comes to an end, it seems appropriate to reflect how Managementors is embracing the principles by which the scheme stands. Ethical Behaviour We are responsible and good citizens We conduct our business ethically We foster an […]
Understanding Project Performance
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In recent years, there have been countless examples of high-profile projects in the UK blowing both their budgets and their deadlines. Crossrail, the Olympic Stadium, the Shard, Wembley Stadium… the list goes on. Whilst ‘large’ projects (over £8m) are twice as likely to be late, over-budget and missing critical features than ‘small’ projects (under £800k), […]
Rethinking Construction – Again!
The construction industry is currently a turbulent environment! With major Construction and Infrastructure projects in delivery (such as Crossrail, Battersea and the planned expansion of Heathrow airport), an unstable labour market stifling productivity, combined with the slow uptake of technological advances and the unquantifiable impact of Brexit, all adding to the woes of a notoriously […]
Road to Brexit
Brexit: a word by now many of us are bored of hearing. However, with the 29th March looming and the UK’s prime minister claiming 95% of the withdrawal agreement settlement positioning the UK’s departure has now been established, the “Brexit future” is looking close! Is the UK ready for Brexit? Or will it be an […]
How can collaboration truly deliver positive outcomes for both client and service provider?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Delivering tangible benefits for both client and service provider from collaborative change initiatives can be a challenge. Consider the typical scenario of a stakeholder seeking better collaboration because a contract is failing to meet expectations, either on the client side or provider, or perhaps both. Delays in delivery, high costs and clunky processes can create […]
Women in Consulting
“Women in Consulting”, what do we aim to achieve by using that phrase? It feels anti-feminist to type this into Google, however, some of the key themes that arise from having researched key women in the industry and their writing on the matter can be empowering. According to several key writers on this topic, a […]
French Travails
As we head off on our summer holidays to warmer climates – or maybe not considering what we have in the UK at present – and recharge our batteries whilst sitting under the parasol with a glass of red wine, it is often easy from a British point of view to feel that we work […]
The Power of the Effective Active Manager
Are there teams that consistently perform better than others in your organisation? Often, the key differentiator is the style and effectiveness of the team’s manager. An active manager follows up regularly with the team, proactively identifies and resolves issues and encourages the sharing of ideas. A passive manager believes no news is good news and […]
How should the Utilities industry adapt to regulatory demands?
Utilities regulation aims to create stability and consistency, protecting the interests of both consumers and investors alike. But what effects do ever increasing regulations have on utility companies? How do they lower their prices without taking a hit to their profit margins? Before privatisation in the 1980’s, the Utilities sector in the UK was run […]
