Operations Strategies & Assessments


Aligning Operations with Corporate Direction requires a comprehensive strategy, backed by strong implementation and process.  HMG engages quickly and directly on areas of focus identified through discussions with our clients. We understand the challenges and requirements that are inherent to daily operations and direct our efforts on delivery of tactical initiatives that support the overall organizational mission. We build on lessons learned, industry awareness and resource investment maximized to meet the operational results required by our client. HMG will provide findings and recommendations that can be utilized to stabilize functional operating environments, identify defined results from all business investments and align priorities and objectives to meet or exceed organizational expectations.

Products in search of a strategy or a strategy without proper product/services or a correct market positioning will not allow your company to operate efficiently in today's market.  Even with a solid business strategy, we often find that the company's operations are not aligned with corporate direction or objectives.

The Typical Outputs of a HMG Operations Strategy & Assessment:

  • Initial Operations Assessment
  • Draft Operations Strategy
  • Key Findings & Recommendations
  • Final Operations Plan and/or Report
  • Optional Outputs include:
    • Organization Structure
    • Vendor Recommendations and Management
    • Strategic Plan Development and Monitoring
    • Interim Management
    • Project Management
    • Program Management Office (PMO) Development and Monitoring

Here are some of the ways we apply our findings:

  1. Resource Alignment - Through the assessment and review process, HMG is able to design an operating model and organization structure that is efficiently aligned around the work load of the business or business function being evaluated, the technology being deployed or currently utilized and develop a governance & communication structure that breaks down the functional walls that sometimes develop in an organization. The end result is a harmonized and efficient operation that is positioned to improve the organization's overall share holder value.
  2. Streamlined Workflows - Through our review and evaluation process, HMG will provide recommendations and opportunities to capitalize on redesign workflows that capitalized on the organization's investment in technology and resources. HMG focuses on the identification of duplicate and outdated workflows that can be eliminated by the full use of the technology that the organization has invested in. In support of the streamlined workflows, HMG will analyze resources, skill sets and associated costs to ensure that the right resources are available in the right areas to bring optimal return to the organization.
  3. Fiscal Management - HMG will work with your organization in developing best practices for the fiscal aspects of running your business, some of which include budgeting, adherence, modeling, forecasting, reporting and oversight. HMG assists our clients with development of overall fiscal accountability and discipline at all management levels within the organization.
  4. Marketing Alignment - Some companies have a very strong value proposition, excellent product/service offering, and buttoned-up operations, but are lacking in their marketing efforts. HMG has developed processes for these kinds of challenges. We start with a marketing assessment, validate your positioning, and then create programs to generate demand for your business. One of the critical elements for success is our unique measurement process, which measures the "means-to-an-end" result.