Frequently asked questions
1. What problem does Supply Chain Partners help organisations solve?
SCP helps organisations identify, design, and deliver supply chain improvements that unlock efficiency gains, cost, service, resilience, and growth, particularly where complexity, scale, lack of visibility, maturity stage or change has stalled progress.
2. Which parts of the supply chain does SCP cover?
SCP covers sourcing and procurement, planning, customs, international trade compliance & indirect tax, ESG, supplier compliance and risk assessments, origin and destination warehousing, logistics, transport, fulfilment, ERP, Processes and Systems, data and reporting, systems, and operating model design, from upstream suppliers through to end customers.
3. Which industries does SCP cover?
SCP provides services across multiple industries including highly regulated industries and could be described as being industry “agnostic”. We are experienced in FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Healthcare, Publishing, Horticulture, Food Processing & Manufacturing, to name a number. We have a clear view that the majority of Supply Chain know how, experience and skillsets are transferable across multiple industries.
4. Do you focus on strategy or execution?
Both. SCP defines clear, actionable strategy and can remain accountable through operational execution and delivery, ensuring initiatives move from concept into live outcomes.
5. What types of engagements does SCP typically support?
We work with clients on performing a detailed and pacy under the bonnet, diagnostic review, targeted improvement initiatives, and large-scale transformation programmes, including ERP & Process change, Systems (incl Planning software, WMS & TMS) network redesign, outsourcing, and operating model transitions.
6. How does SCP deliver value differently from traditional consultancies?
SCP operates as an experienced advisory and delivery partner, not a report-led consultancy. We have significant depth and breadth in skillsets, know-how and a lived experience. We embed with client teams where needed, focus on both advisory & execution, and prioritise tangible commercial and operational results.
7. Can SCP support growth as well as cost and efficiency programmes?
Yes. We focus on identifying and quantifying incremental growth opportunities alongside cost, service, and resilience improvements, supporting both margin protection and revenue enablement.
8. What experience does SCP bring to complex transformation programmes?
SCP brings senior, hands-on experience delivering multi-workstream supply chain transformations, with strong governance, stakeholder alignment, and clear ownership of outcomes.
9. Do you provide interim or embedded roles?
Yes. SCP provides interim leaders, programme managers, and subject matter experts to review operations, stabilise operations, integrate and or separate operations, accelerate delivery, or bridge capability gaps during change.
10. How does SCP work with internal teams and partners?
We work collaboratively with internal teams, third-party providers, and technology partners, integrating seamlessly into existing governance and decision-making structures.
11. How does an engagement with SCP typically start?
Engagements usually begin with an initial discussion to understand objectives, constraints, and priorities, followed by a clearly defined scope aligned to measurable outcomes.