Business Transformation

Find out how our team can help you successfully plan, deliver and evaluate
your business transformation project.

Whether your focus is on strategic realignment, operational improvement or enhancing organisational performance, we are here to help you. Our team of business transformation consultants will deliver the advice and services that you need.

You will benefit from our extensive practical experience, in the UK and globally, and our commitment to delivering excellent service and measurable results. We work with clients on business strategy, operational excellence, operational frameworks, responding to changing regulations, audit remediation and IPO readiness. Our goal is to help them adapt, grow and lead change with confidence.

Our clients include organisations of all sizes, from start-ups to established market leaders across all sectors. Our clients prefer us to be close to them so we operate from a network of 17 regional locations in the UK as well as through the BDO international network that operates in over 160 countries and every major global business centre. You will always get the best local expertise as well as global reach and resources.

Business Transformation Capabilities

Strategic Alignment

Organisations can struggle with a lack of clear strategic direction resulting in misaligned goals, operational inefficiencies and missed market opportunities.

We will support your leadership team in developing a vision that ensures your organisation is positioned for long-term success. The alignment of resources and business objectives enables your organisation to operate with clarity and purpose. We deliver in-depth market analysis, collaborative workshops and tailored strategic roadmaps.

Key outcomes:

  • A clear, cohesive strategy that aligns your organisation's goals with market opportunities for sustainable success
  • Enhanced decision-making and leadership supported by data-driven insights and a strategic roadmap
  • Efficient operations and improved productivity through aligning organisational structures and resources
  • Improved agility to respond effectively to market conditions, competitive pressures and industry disruptions
  • Increased stakeholder confidence in your organisation’s strategic direction

Operational Excellence

Many businesses lack the tools to identify and eliminate inefficiencies in their operations. They struggle to deliver value or scale effectively as a result.

We will work with your teams to apply data-driven analysis and lean methodologies to optimise workflows. As well as streamlining processes, we will work to embed a culture of continuous improvement. The result will be a more agile and scalable organisation.

Key outcomes:

  • Improved operational efficiency through streamlined workflows and reduced waste
  • Cost optimisation through sustainable and measurable cost savings while maintaining or improving quality
  • Agile and scalable operational framework that adapts seamlessly to shifting market demands
  • Consistent and enhanced value to customers, investors, and other stakeholders through optimised operations
  • Culture of ongoing optimisation and innovation across the organisation

Finance transformation

Real-time, accurate and transparent financial information is key to effective decision-making and effective operations.

We will partner with your finance teams to modernise processes, integrate advanced technologies, and enhance forecasting and budgeting capabilities. We will help your finance function align with your strategic goals to deliver data-driven insights for smarter decision-making.

Key outcomes:

  • Real-time, data-driven financial insights to make support informed, impactful decisions that drive growth and profitability
  • Modern, fast and efficient financial processes so your finance team can respond to evolving business demands.
  • Improved accuracy in budgeting, forecasting and reporting that ensures effective alignment of resources with strategic priorities and market conditions
  • Sustainable cost control and resource optimisation
  • Technology-enabled finance function that is a strategic partner in achieving goals and navigating challenges

IPO Readiness

Preparing for an IPO is a complex undertaking that requires rigorous compliance, robust governance, and the ability to present a compelling financial narrative to investors.

We will help you prepare every aspect of your organisation for a successful public listing. From Financial Position and Prospects Procedures (FPPP) to stakeholder presentations and compliance frameworks, we work hand-in-hand with your leadership team to prepare a seamless IPO journey.

Key outcomes:

  • We will help you identify and address gaps across financial, operational, and governance functions, ensuring your organisation is fully prepared for a seamless IPO process.
  • Develop robust Financial Position and Prospects Procedures (FPPP) and compliance frameworks to meet stringent regulatory requirements with confidence
  • Prepare a clear, credible, and compelling financial story that resonates with investors and drives stakeholder confidence
  • Strengthen governance and oversight structures to ensure the transparency, accountability and stability so critical to securing market trust and credibility

Seamless Market Transition:  We will deliver expert guidance and help align your organisation’s financial and operational functions with public market expectations to achieve a successful IPO 

Audit Remediation

Audit findings, emerging compliance gaps and regulatory pressures can all disrupt your operations and damage stakeholder trust. A proactive approach to risk management and addressing weaknesses will minimise disruptions.

Our Risk and Compliance Services work with your teams to address audit findings, strengthen internal controls, and implement robust frameworks to safeguard operations. We provide practical, tailored solutions that integrate seamlessly into your business processes.

  • Key outcomes:
    • Regulatory Compliance Confidence: Ensure full compliance with regulatory standards by addressing audit findings and closing compliance gaps, reducing exposure to risks and penalties.
    • Strengthened Internal Controls: Build a robust internal control framework that enhances operational resilience and reduces the likelihood of future audit challenges.
    • Improved Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, safeguarding the organisation from potential disruptions and enhancing overall stability.
    • Elevated Stakeholder Trust: Demonstrate accountability and governance excellence to stakeholders, reinforcing confidence in the organisation’s leadership and operational integrity.
    • Sustained Operational Excellence: Integrate tailored, practical remediation solutions that not only address immediate findings but also support long-term compliance and efficiency.

Project Management

Poor project management can all too often undermine transformation projects leading to increased costs, missed deadlines and reduced benefits.

We work alongside your team to provide the expertise and frameworks needed to deliver projects on time, within budget and aligned with your strategic goals.

Key outcomes:

  • Clear governance frameworks that ensure oversight, accountability and strategic alignment
  • Consistent project execution maximising efficiency and minimising delays and cost overruns
  • Proactive risk mitigation ensuring smooth progress
  • Ensure projects are directly aligned with broader business strategies, ensuring every initiative contributes measurable value
  • Equip teams with proven methodologies and tools that enhance ongoing project management capabilities

Change Management

Transformation initiatives can be hard to deliver and incomplete delivery can undermine any benefits. We will help you build compelling business cases for change, engage stakeholders and implement tailored strategies to secure buy-in and drive adoption. We help ensure that transformation initiatives are successful and sustainable.

Key outcomes:

  • Persuasive, data-driven business cases that articulate the value of change initiatives to secure executive sponsorship and stakeholder investment.
  • Foster transparent communication with and active involvement of all stakeholders throughout the transformation process
  • Tailored change strategies that empower employees and ensure seamless integration of new processes or technologies
  • Securely embed changes into organisational culture and operational frameworks, ensuring long-term benefits and continued progress
  • Equip your business with the tools, mindset, and capabilities to support a culture of adaptability and innovation that embraces change with confidence
  • Foster a culture of ongoing optimisation and improvement

Workforce Strategy

Talent shortages, low employee engagement, and changing workforce needs create challenges for attracting, retaining, and developing talent.

  • How we collaborate: Our Workforce Strategy Solutions help you design strategies that align talent acquisition and development with organisational goals. Together, we create a resilient and adaptable workforce culture that supports long-term success.
  • Key outcomes:
    • Improved talent acquisition and retention strategies.
    • Enhanced employee engagement and productivity.
    • Workforce alignment with future organisational demands.

Project Assurance

Poor project assurance can lead to missed deadlines, cost overruns, and reduced impact, jeopardising your organisation's ability to achieve its goals.

We work alongside your teams to implement rigorous assurance practices, ensuring every project delivers the intended outcomes efficiently and effectively.

Key Outcomes:

  • Strengthened Oversight and Accountability: Clear governance frameworks to guide decision-making and ensure strategic alignment
  • Proactive Risk Management: Early identification and mitigation of risks to avoid disruptions and maintain progress
  • Optimized Project Delivery: Minimised delays and cost overruns through structured execution and consistent monitoring.

 

Tangible Business Value: Assurance that every initiative delivers measurable outcomes aligned with organisational priorities.

Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO)

A well-structured EPMO is critical for ensuring consistency, alignment, and efficiency across your project portfolio. Without it, organisations risk fragmented efforts and missed opportunities.

We help you establish or enhance your EPMO, equipping it with the expertise, frameworks, and tools to deliver lasting success.

Key Outcomes:

  • Clear Governance and Structure: Align projects with broader business strategies and ensure accountability across teams.
  • Enhanced Consistency and Efficiency: Standardised project execution that reduces delays and minimises costs.
  • Strategic Portfolio Management: Prioritise and allocate resources to initiatives that deliver the most value.
  • Empowered Teams: Equip teams with proven tools and methodologies to improve ongoing project performance.


Together, Project Assurance and EPMO lay the foundation for delivering impactful results, ensuring every project contributes to your organisation's success.

Enhancing Efficiency Through Process Review and Benchmarking

A global engineering company aimed to improve its procure-to-pay (P2P) processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. A comprehensive review and advanced data analytics identified key areas for improvement. The implementation of these improvements led to smoother procurement workflows, better supplier coordination and an important reduction in operational inefficiencies.

Strengthening Compliance with External Audit Support

A digital marketing and advertising firm faced challenges in meeting external audit requirements due to rapid expansion. A remediation support plan focused on delivering stronger internal controls and compliance framework was implemented. This resulted in a more structured compliance approach, reducing audit complexities and reinforcing financial and regulatory adherence.

Revolutionising Procurement, Supply Chain, and Finance with a People-Centric Strategy

An international humanitarian organisation needed to improve its procurement, supply chain and finance functions to better support its global mission. A thorough review of existing processes led to the creation of a new integrated strategy focused on people, process, and technology improvements. The strategic overhaul resulted in smoother coordination across global operations, improving service delivery and financial sustainability.

Elevating the Finance Function Through Holistic Review

A national energy company engaged us to conduct a comprehensive review of its finance function encompassing processes, people, technology and target operating model. The analysis was the foundation for a finance transformation plan aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Financial operations became more agile and effective, with improved alignment to long-term business objectives.

Key Contacts

Tim Foster

Tim Foster

Partner, Risk Advisory Services
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Ross LeCarpentier

Ross LeCarpentier

Head of Projects & Change
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