Client:
dRMM
Sector:
Architecture
The Business:
dRMM, a RIBA Award winning, London based international studio of architects and designers, who pride themselves on the innovative, high quality and socially useful work that they produce. Their radical projects are led by site, client needs, concept and construction, all of which have received critical acclaim and professional recognition.
Consultancy Brief:
To work with the directors to develop a strategy growth plan and implement robust processes for tracking KPIs (key performance indicators) against targets for the business and architectural projects.
Key Deliverables
From what initially was going to be a short 3 month period of consultancy work to develop a strategic growth plan and introduce key performance indicators for the business, MHL Management Consultants worked with the business for over 6 years. During that period working closely alongside senior directors to:
Develop strategies for growth, including establishing market gaps and developing new business sectors
Implementing robust financial forecasting, cost saving initiatives by reviewing company accounts, re-negotiating contracts, and staff incentive schemes to help manage outgoings more effectively.
Running a series of management development programs for senior managers and fast track programs for senior architects.
Working with the marketing department to create an effective communications strategy through various online and offline platforms.
Operating as a trusted advisor, running Monthly Board Meetings and regular Strategic Away Days.
The Outcome
The work that MHL undertook with dRMM transformed the approach to strategy, planning and financial forecasting, and delivered significant annual growth in turnover and profitability during a difficult period in the construction industry.
