Internal Server technology was expensive to manage and due for replacement.
Opportunity:
Update user technology, improve infrastructure reliability and reduce cost.
Solution:
Both internal and external (cloud based) alternatives were reviewed. A cloud based server model was chosen and the applications were successfully moved to a remote hosting platform.
Achieved Benefits:
Cost savings of 30% were achieved as well as aligning client software versions throughout the organisation and enabling faster and simpler implementation of new client equipment.
Boutique Real Estate Manager (White & Co.)
Issue:
An adaptable operating platform was required to manage non-standard work-flows.
Opportunity:
Implement a flexible organic infrastructure that could be developed continuously. The platform must adapt to the varying business needs of the different assets under management.
Solution:
Microsoft Office365 was chosen to provide the infrastructure and operating tools for the business and Microsoft Access provided the client front end to the secure data.
Achieved Benefits:
The system is flexible and secure. It allows the company to develop and enhance the systems in-house or to outsource elements of the work-flow if required.
Property Agent (James Andrew RSW)
Issue:
Weekly cash reconciliations for multiple bank accounts were very time consuming and allowed inaccuracies.
Opportunity:
Automate the reconciliation process and change the activity to be checking instead of input.
Solution:
Excel based solution utilising bank file downloads and highlighting discrepancies.
Achieved Benefits:
This process has saved hours each week and given greater comfort to the reliability of results.
Global PLC Shared Services
Issue:
A large global plc. with over £2bn of property assets wanted to review the property systems to see if they were still fit for purpose.
Opportunity:
Carry out a process review to identify potential benefits of replacing current systems or improving the implementation of existing systems and processes.
Solution:
The existing systems were found to support the business albeit with much room for improvement so changes were identified and implemented.
Achieved Benefits:
Savings were identified, improved practises implemented and system longevity increased.
