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“Collective Colour provide a range of creative, reprographics, database and print services to help your organisation stand out amongst the crowd. Combining creative flair and advanced technologies we enable companies to communicate with their client in the right way to make the difference between winning and losing.”

This £1.5M print and reprographics business is productive, efficient and profitable. With this as a sound base from which to develop the business the only question was then which direction and how was this to be achieved? – not so easy. CMP was appointed to help the directors make this decision and then deliver the results.

So, we listened to the directors objectives and concerns, what they new and what they didn’t, and then set about injecting some form of structure and plan to not only answer the questions but also give them the confidence that they were making the right decisions.

More than this however, this process had an almost cathartic effect. The clarity of vision injected fresh energy and enthusiasm that had an immediate effect on the performance on those managing the business. In addition, having someone outside of the business who is removed from the internal politics and every day detail provides an invaluable source of impartial advice.

Result: Over the last 15 months CMP have enabled Collective Colour to set out its business development strategy in detail and start the process of delivering the business benefits. The formation of a new division of the business is the first step in the creation of a bright and dynamic future.

Summary: In essence CMP has become so involved in the business that the role is now a blend of non executive director and project manager, this means providing both strategic thinking and hands on practical delivery.

H Clarkson & Co. Ltd

"Clarksons, the world's leading shipping services provider, is a dynamic organisation at the forefront of change within the industry, an industry estimated to be worth in excess of $100 billion p.a. The company offers the most comprehensive chartering service combined with industry leading research and consultancy. Partnering these core strengths with the innovation of our project and development section results in the group's unrivalled position as adviser to the Shipping Industry and the first port of call for large corporate entities."

With just ten weeks to go to the relocation of the groups corporate headquarters in London, CMP were asked to take over the project management for relocating the companies IT systems. The instruction from the main board directors was simple "maintain business continuity".

Many decisions where made throughout this project, some having considerable impact on Clarkson's present and future operations, but these were made with the full support of the Financial Director and IT Director who were kept informed at regular stages and provided with appropriate risk assessments. By applying strong project management skills and working closely with key internal staff, the project was completed on time.

The relocation was carried out extremely smoothly and without any loss of business continuity. The reaction from the board of directors and the wider company was one of relief and congratulations. This was summed up by the IT directors comment "appointing CMP was the best decision I've ever made".

"The best decision I've ever made"
IT & Research Director

Preformed Markings Ltd

"Preformed Markings are the leading provider of coloured thermoplastic marking materials for company logo's, school games and road signage. No matter whether you want to mark out a company car park, playground or entire road network Preformed Markings will provide all the materials, design and expertise you need."

CMP were asked to re-design Preformed Markings web site so as to raise its corporate image. This involved not only creating a new graphical look and feel, but also developing the structure and content of the site.

By getting to understand the people, products and services of the business it was possible to create a site that reflected its culture, aspirations and market position. This project has been carried out quickly, efficiently and well within budget.

"Very pleased with end result...
...well done I think it's great."

Waygoose

Known throughout the printing industry as the premier recruitment and management consultancy, Waygoose have developed relationships with principles throughout this sector.

CMP have recently been appointed to construct, manage and maintain the company's web site and internet presence. This has extended to include wider strategic and marketing issues such as brand positioning and proposition to market.

In addition CMP have provided computer expertise covering Internet connectivity, network configuration and end user support.