Stratex Plus

Another year older, another year wiser. Time flies when we're having fun and what a year this has been. We've stuck with and strengthened our focus on affordable Operational Transformation for mid-cap PE Portfolio businesses and been rewarded with new clients and a growing pipeline. We've entered exciting new sectors including Education, Medical Manufacturing, Healthcare and Sustainability. Along the way we've worked with, and continue to work with, client teams in the UK, USA, India and Thailand. Many thanks to our fantastic clients who continue to place their trust in us - its a privilege to work with you. Thanks also to our brilliant consultants, skilled associates and committed partners who make it all happen. We're building a truly inspiring team. In the last 12 months we've survived several house moves, new babies, debilitating injuries, new website, cash-flow challenges and more. They say 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger' and we're beginning to believe it! Here's to another year, we can't wait to see what comes next and we'd love you to be part of our story. #strategyexecution #operations #transformation #ceo #privateequity #valuecreation #haveyourcakeandeatit

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De-Risk AI Implementation by using a Phased Approach   The world of AI is changing quickly, making it tough for leaders to choose the best time and way to use AI in their business. While it’s important to move fast to stay ahead, it’s risky to rush into using AI without first carefully planning how it can really benefit your company.   Here are some helpful tips to get started and increase your chances of success: ✅ Process Mapping and Opportunity Identification: Start by meticulously mapping your operating model. This bird's-eye view will identify key processes and tasks that could benefit from AI and/or automation. ✅ Proof of Concept (POC): Don’t dive headfirst into full-scale deployment. Choose a specific, well-defined scope for a POC. This allows you to test the feasibility and value proposition of AI in a controlled environment. ✅ Iterative Development and Deployment: Embrace the "fail fast, learn faster" approach. Develop a minimum viable product (MVP) for your AI solution and gather feedback from stakeholders. Use this feedback to refine the model in an iterative cycle. ✅ Change Management and Training: Don't underestimate the human element. Prepare your workforce for the transition. Provide training on how to collaborate effectively with AI tools and address potential concerns.    Additional Thoughts: 💡 Focus on Business Value: Let measurable outcomes guide your decision-making. Focus on opportunities that can deliver a clear return on investment (ROI) in terms of cost savings, efficiency gains, or improved quality. 💡 Start Small, Scale Smart: Start with smaller, well-defined tasks before taking on complex processes. This allows you to build confidence and expertise within your organisation before scaling up. 💡 Ensure Transparency: By understanding how AI arrives at its conclusions you can improve trust and acceptance among your stakeholders.   Remember: AI is a powerful tool, but it’s not a quick fix. Carefully assess your businesses operating model, introduce AI step by step, and make sure it’s designed with people in mind. This way, you’ll really make the most of what AI can do for your company.   If you’re struggling to identify what areas of your business are ready for AI implementation, then contact hello@stratexplus.co.uk to see how we can help you accelerate your transformation.   #AIForBusiness #AIStrategy #AIImplementation #ProcessAutomation #StrategyExecution #Transformation #privateequity #FTSE250 #CEO

Identifying Opportunities for Automation in Your Business  The allure of AI is undeniable, promising efficiency gains and a competitive edge. But with so many processes vying for automation, how do you identify the ones ripe for AI intervention? Not all processes are created AI equal – review your as-is for processes that meet the following criteria: ✅ Repetitive and Rule-Based: Tasks with clear, defined steps and minimal human judgment are prime candidates. Think data entry, invoice processing, or scheduling.  ✅ Large Volumes of Data: AI needs data to learn and grow. Processes involving vast amounts of structured or semi-structured data, like customer records or sensor readings, offer fertile ground.  ✅ Predictable Outcomes: Processes with well-defined desired outcomes are ideal for AI algorithms to replicate and improve upon. By prioritising tasks that meet these criteria, you ensure AI is a powerful tool, not a technological burden. Remember, in most settings the key to unlocking value will involve using AI to complement and enhance human expertise, not replace it. If you’re struggling to identify what areas of your process have potential for AI implementation then contact hello@stratexplus.co.uk to see how we can help! #AI #automation #process #operationalexcellence #strategyexecution #valuecreation #privateequity #ftse250 #CEO

Butterflies are widely used to represent the business transformation process and with good reason, the outcomes of transformation in nature and in business are analagous. #transformation #strategyexecution #privateequity #ftse250 #valuecreation #CEO

Time and time again, organisations fail to truly implement their strategies. We believe there are 6 core success factors that leaders are missing that could change the odds of success dramatically. Do you agree? How many of these would make a difference in your business? #strategyexecution #valuecreation #privateequity #ftse250 #CEO

Meet the team... Today we're proud to introduce you to Kav Kelly. #valuecreation #strategyexecution #transformation #programmemanagement #privateequity #FTSE250

Get to know us a little better, introducing Mig Smith. Just one of our team of experts bringing specialist capability and capacity to your operational transformation. Want to know how Mig can accelerate value creation for you? Lets start a conversation. www.stratexplus.co.uk #valuecreation #privateequity #transformation #strategyexecution

On International Women's Day its only right I recognise Stratex Plus' own two women superstars! Thank you Mig Smith (she/her) and Clare McCotter for everything you bring to our team and of course to your very lucky clients. Cheers to inspirational women everywhere. #iwd #equality #highperformingteams #valuecreation

We are pleased to announce a refresh of our website! https://lnkd.in/ejaXFPRN Working with ambitious, growth-focused #privateequity firms and their #midcap portfolio companies across the entire investment lifecycle, and with #FTSE250 corporates requiring new digital-enabled operating models, we accelerate value creation through operational transformation and strategy execution excellence. If transformed operations are the key to unlocking #growth and improved EBITDA in your business but you're missing expertise, capability or capacity, let's start a relationship today. #privateequity #valuecreation #operatingpartners #CEO #ftse250 #transformation #strategyexecution #operationalexcellence #operationalduediligence #operatingmodel #affordableexpertise