Business Consultancy
A simple “wood from trees” overview of your business operation from an outsider’s perspective can often be just what’s needed to give you or your staff the impetus to make the right changes in order to take the company forward and be more profitable in the process.
Business Mentoring
Having identified potential areas of concern or simply aspects of your business that need a helping hand due to a lack of specific knowledge, then mentoring can help develop staff awareness and understanding of issues, along with the critical path needed to resolve problems.
Project Management
Undertaking significant tasks such as implementing new systems can be a major headache and a big distraction, (especially for those members of staff assigned to the project), away from the day-to-day role within the organisation. ANF Associates have many years experience overseeing the implementation of projects both in the UK and overseas, so why not let us take the strain and interface with your suppliers whilst you carry on with what you do best!
E-Commerce
Baffled by a lot of jargon and technical mumbo jumbo or just not bothered what SEO stands for? Impartial advice is available for all aspects of E-commerce ranging from simple websites through B2B portals and full online trading capabilities, giving you the chance to fully understand how this market operates and the benefits that can be gained from it for your business.
IT Solutions
In need of an IT system for your business or simply looking to upgrade your existing IT infrastructure? Impartial and objective advice is available for a variety of software solutions and hardware offerings to help make the right choice, through consultation and tendering design. Key aspects include ERP systems, EPOS solutions, CRM and WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
Systems Review
A technical but simple overview of your existing systems can often assist in the decision making process as to whether to move to a new IT solution. Additional efficiencies can be identified and potential cost savings realised by implementing more up-to-date technology which is faster and cheaper to operate & maintain.
Business Development
If you’re looking for new business opportunities or simply seeking incremental revenues from your existing base, then AFA can provide assistance with prospect generation, marketing solutions, sales team mentoring along with analysis of your existing customer base to ascertain if additional sales opportunities may exist.
Retail Mentoring
Specifically tailored for the retail marketplace, our associate Retail Mentors Ltd can offer a variety services backed by a wide range of experience gained in the commercial arena. Their skills cover such aspects as diverse as
- Site Acquistion
- Change Management
- Business Development
- Brand development
- Strategy Formation
- Franchising & Concessions
HR Consultancy
Associate Human Resources provider, HR Friday Ltd will provide specialised expertise in a wide range of areas including:
- Employment Law – compliance with current employment law, advising on forthcoming legislation
- Documentation – contracts of employment, policies, employee handbooks
- Processes & Systems – recruitment, job specifications, performance appraisal, redundancy
- Training & Development – induction programmes, training needs, training and mentoring
- Remuneration & Benefits – internal and external benchmarking, bonus schemes, benefits and pensions
- Communication & Motivation – communication methods, cross-functional development
- Strategic Business Development – developing strategic objectives.
- Health and Safety – health and safety policy, risk assessments, safe working procedure
