>Strategy Implementation
A purpose-driven, future-oriented value chain strategy is crucial for businesses to focus on high-value activities that will drive differentiation and sustained competitive advantages. We assist companies in crystallizing the right focus strategy and establishing full alignment around the essential elements and steps for successful execution. PROXIMA’s specialized assessment (CDVC) and analytics tools enable clients to clearly transform business requirements and strategies into supply chain needs, mapping out the operational strategies and capabilities that will make the difference and bridge gaps to create more value.
>Network Improvement
In today’s VUCA* landscape, network design and improvement must be a dynamic and adaptable process that is integrated, scalable, and repeatable. It empowers organizations to anticipate, assess, and test a wide range of “what-if” scenarios and choices that a business may encounter. Given that over 60% of supply chain costs and assets can be “locked in” at the strategic design phase, a robust, data-driven approach is essential for making informed investment decisions. PROXIMA’s business-aligned network design (BAND) approach delivers strategic business alignment while evaluating the optimal structural and operational design choices that best suit your future requirements. Navigate your VUCA challenges with the PROXIMA BAND approach, bringing Vision, Understanding, Clarity, and Agility to your future supply chain design.
*VUCA = volatile, uncertain, complex & ambiguous
>Route-to-Market (RTM) Optimization
Customer channels and purchasing behaviors are changing, placing new demands on fulfillment solutions and RTM strategy and execution. RTM is a competitive advantage and a lever for profitable growth. However, it’s often overlooked by companies, as responsibility for RTM can fall between Supply Operations and Commercial/Sales teams. This results in sub-optimal service strategies, lost sales, and margin erosion caused by excessive cost-to-serve or inadequate distribution coverage.
PROXIMA provides excellence frameworks and analytical models to assess performance and create “fit-for-purpose” solutions for B2B, B2C, or Omni-Channel models. Our proven approaches, refined over more than 15 years, are used in our work with leading brands and client organizations across numerous markets and distribution channels.
>Portfolio Optimization and Complexity Management
Are you maximizing the value from your portfolio of suppliers, products, customers, and services? Can you make the right choices for resource allocation and investment? Can you reduce risks and lower overall costs by better managing the complexity and fragmentation of your SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) base and bill of materials? Do you require a permanent and sustainable business process to manage complexity and unlock more value?
PROXIMA recognizes that effective portfolio optimization requires increased alignment and collaboration among multi-functional teams. To achieve this, we utilize data-driven insights through smart analytics. Initiative work processes must be agile and systemic, leveraging standard menus and platforms for technologies and equipment, while offering late-stage customization, optimal choice, and variety to the market.
PROXIMA’s phased approach incorporates these essential elements, starting with a scoping phase to align stakeholder requirements. This is followed by an analytics phase, resulting in a prioritization of opportunities and a business case for implementation. The execution phase supports the implementation of key initiatives and tangible value delivery. Subsequently, recommended practices can be scaled and fully operationalized to create a permanent and sustainable solution.
PROXIMA brings relevant expertise for successful post-M&A integration. Expert supply chain and operations know-how is combined with proven human dynamics and organizational design techniques, informed by data-driven approaches, advanced analytics, and digital/Industry 4.0 understanding.
>Post-Merger & Acquisition (Supply Chain) Integration
Mergers and acquisitions are happening at a rapid pace. Strategic acquirers are more eager than ever, driven by opportunities to diversify revenue streams and foster growth, especially within disruptive technologies or disrupted industries. Successful supply chain integration can significantly impact post-merger outcomes. Thorough scenario planning and options evaluation are essential to optimize supply chain strategies and leverage the full potential of the combined organization.
PROXIMA brings relevant expertise for successful post-M&A integration. Expert supply chain and operations know-how is combined with proven human dynamics and organizational design techniques, informed by data-driven approaches, advanced analytics, and digital/Industry 4.0 understanding.
