Our client, a global leader in paper and packaging, regularly reviews the security and efficiency of their supply chain. They needed clear recommendations on make, buy, or sell decisions to guide future business planning and support growth. The key question was:
“How can we optimise our manufacturing network to prioritise CAPEX, ensure paper supply for packaging growth, and progress toward sustainability goals?”
Service: Growth Strategy; Investment Decision Support
Sector: Paper & Packaging
To answer this, we conducted a comprehensive assessment of the client’s supply network, focusing on:
Our analysis culminated in actionable recommendations on capital allocation, make/buy/sell decisions, and external supplier partnerships to support long-term growth and sustainability.
We delivered a clear roadmap for investment planning, highlighting opportunities to avoid unnecessary CAPEX and redeploy funds into strategic growth initiatives. Our recommendations enabled the client to:
Our deep sector expertise and proven methodologies in supply chain optimisation and investment decision support ensure clients receive actionable, evidence-based recommendations. Whether you’re seeking to optimise your manufacturing network or align your supply chain with growth and sustainability goals, we provide the strategic insights you need to succeed.
Outlined pathway to avoid ~£130m CAPEX spend and retain EBITDA targets
Recommendations also resulted in ROACE increase by 1%
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