Services

Management consultancy services

BSSB Consultancy Ltd provides management consultancy services to UK businesses. Each service below sets out what we do, what you receive and how it is charged. All fees are agreed in writing before work begins and are invoiced directly to the client.

Business Strategy and Planning

We help owners and directors set a clear direction for their business and turn it into a plan that can be measured and managed.

What this includes

Strategic review of the current business, market position and performance
Preparation of business plans for internal use, lenders or investors
Three-to-five-year growth plans with targets and milestones
Market and competitor analysis to support decisions
Facilitated strategy workshops with the management team

What you receive

A written strategy or business plan, supporting analysis and a prioritised action plan.

How we charge

Fixed project fee based on the agreed scope. Business plans start from [INSERT FEE FROM]; strategic reviews are quoted individually.

Operational Improvement

We review how work is carried out in your business and recommend changes that reduce cost, delay and duplication.

What this includes

Mapping of current processes and workflows
Identification of bottlenecks, waste and unnecessary cost
Review of how staff time, systems and suppliers are used
Design of improved processes and standard operating procedures
Setting of performance measures (KPIs) and reporting routines

What you receive

A process review report, redesigned process maps, written procedures and a KPI framework.

How we charge

Fixed project fee for a defined review, or day rate of [INSERT DAY RATE] per consultant day for ongoing improvement work.

Organisational Design and Change Management

We help businesses organise their people and manage change when they grow, restructure or introduce new ways of working.

What this includes

Review of organisational structure, reporting lines and responsibilities
Drafting of role profiles and decision-making frameworks
Planning and communicating organisational change
Support for managers leading teams through change
Post-change review to confirm the new structure is working

What you receive

A recommended structure, role definitions, a change plan and a communications plan.

How we charge

Fixed project fee or day rate, depending on the length and scope of the change programme.

Note: we advise on structure and change management. We do not provide employment law advice, recruitment or payroll services; where these are needed, we recommend you instruct a qualified specialist.

Start-up and Business Set-up Advisory

We help new and early-stage businesses plan their operations and prepare to trade.

What this includes

Review of the business idea, target market and business model
Preparation of a start-up business plan and financial projections
Advice on operational set-up, including suppliers, systems and processes
Guidance on the policies and procedures a new business needs in place
Launch planning and first-year priorities

What you receive

A start-up business plan, a set-up checklist and a 12-month action plan.

How we charge

Fixed package fee from [INSERT FEE FROM], agreed before work starts.

Note: we do not form companies on clients' behalf, act as a registered office provider or give regulated financial, legal or tax advice.

Advisory Retainer

For businesses that want regular access to an experienced consultant, we offer a monthly advisory retainer.

What this includes

An agreed number of advisory hours each month
Scheduled monthly review meetings with the owner or management team
Support with business decisions, priorities and problem-solving as they arise
Review of management information and progress against the business plan

What you receive

Scheduled meetings, written meeting notes and agreed actions, and access to a consultant by phone and email within the retained hours.

How we charge

Fixed monthly fee from [INSERT FEE FROM] per month, invoiced in advance. Minimum term of [INSERT NUMBER] months, then monthly with [INSERT NUMBER] days' notice.

Scope

What we do not provide

To be clear about the scope of our business, BSSB Consultancy Ltd does not:

Provide regulated financial advice, investment management or lending
Hold or handle client money
Provide legal, accountancy, audit or tax return services
Act as an employment agency or supply staff
Receive commission from suppliers or third parties we recommend

Where a client needs these services, we will suggest they appoint an appropriately qualified and, where relevant, regulated professional.

Discuss your business with us

Tell us what you are trying to achieve. We will reply within two working days to arrange an initial consultation.