In the words of the inimitable Jack Welch:

Strategy is simply resource allocation. When you strip away all the noise, that’s what it comes down to. Strategy means making clear cut choices about how to compete. You cannot be everything to everybody, no matter what the size of your business or how deep its pockets.

Companies globally are facing harsh realities in the face of the economic downturn as a result of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Cost-cutting has become a priority for many. When considering where to cut costs in your business, it is critical to focus on your differentiating capabilities. This will ensure that when re-aligning your cost structures, you are not just focusing on survival, but on future growth. As such, any cost-cutting exercise has to be premised on a clearly defined strategy. You need to know where your business is making money and identify the defining capabilities which set you apart from your competitors. A cost transformation does not just refer to cutting costs, but also where to spend money. Reinvesting in the capabilities that contribute to your competitive advantage is essential.

SuperLead can help you on this journey of strategic cost transformation. Our bespoke service offering will assist you with:

• Business operating model;
• Outsourcing strategies;
• Footprint optimisation;
• Process excellence;
• Spans and layers;
• Digitisation;
• Strategic supply management.

We will ensure you invest in areas of your business that will strengthen your competitive advantage, by identifying ‘bad’ costs which divert rather than build resources, and ‘good’ costs which are vital to the potential growth of your business. Contact us at info@superleadadvisory.co.za to find out more about our bouquet of strategic transformation solutions.