Types of Consulting

Interim “C” Level Management

During times of transition or after an unexpected departure by one of your senior leaders, we can position an interim executive in place to minimize business interruption, while we work to source a permanent candidate and long-term solution.  This enables your company to be more selective during the hiring process and avoid quick and risky hiring decisions.

Strategy Development

Any successful retailer requires a clear documented strategy to minimize risk, optimize success, and attract private or public investment. We develop and/or validate retail strategies and all components, including location, format, logistics, pricing, assortment, financials, etc.

Turnaround Management

We have developed a 7-step methodology which enables a rapid assessment of the business to create value. Our steps include: analysis of situation, asset protection, stabilization, strategic options, operational review, rapid action plan, go forward. We also provide hands on operational turnaround.

General Controls Review

Using our extensive controls experience, we offer a methodical review and analysis of cash and merchandise processes and systems security. System weaknesses are identified and strengthened, focusing on fraud prevention and detection.

Management Reporting & Planning

We assess financial reporting and planning systems while identifying variances from best practices. We also develop, integrate and assist with preparation of plans related to balance sheet, inventory roll-forward, new store proformas, long term financial projections, monthly financial packages and cash flow.

Cash Flow Management

Our multi-language cash flow program enables weekly cash management incorporating past trends and future projections. Our software is proprietary and can be implemented with any existing ERP system presently in use by a retailer.