Below are a few examples of cases we have had the pleasure of handling for our clients. As always, we are happy to provide full details on the solutions Astra Fiduciaire could offer you.
Managing Key Partner Relationships in an Industrial Environment
Sector
Industry
Company Size
20 to 200 employees
We have structured the purchasing and stock management process, put in place clear monitoring tools and introduced a simple dashboard to manage relations with suppliers.
SOLUTION
We have structured the purchasing and stock management process, put in place clear monitoring tools and introduced a simple dashboard to manage relations with suppliers.
RESULTS
Stockouts have significantly decreased, inventory is better managed, and the company has achieved a reliable and efficient organization.
Identification of Company Profitability
Sector
Watchmaking
Company Size
10 to 100 employees
A company in the watchmaking sector struggled to identify which product lines were profitable, hindering its strategic decisions.
SOLUTION
We implemented detailed monitoring of costs and margins per product.
RESULTS
The company was able to focus its efforts on profitable activities and improve its overall profitability.
Operational Cost Optimization
Sector
Construction
Company Size
20 to 50 employees
In the construction sector, an SME saw its margins erode due to poorly controlled costs, without knowing where to act without compromising quality. Applied solution: expenditure audit, identification of costly contracts and time-consuming processes, and recommendations to reduce costs without sacrificing quality.
SOLUTION
We audited expenditures, identified overly expensive contracts (logistics, supplies), and proposed optimization measures.
RESULTS
The company achieved improved margins and now has indicators to control its long-term costs.
Growth Financing
Sector
Industrial SME
Company Size
30 to 100 employees
A rapidly growing industrial company needed to increase its production capacity. It hesitated between investing in new machinery, with a high acquisition cost, or outsourcing part of its manufacturing to subcontractors.
SOLUTION
We established a comparative financial plan, integrating investment costs, recurring expenses, the impact on cash flow, and the operational risks of each option.
RESULT
Through this analysis, management was able to make an informed decision, secure its development, and limit its financial risks.
