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Project Portfolio
Profitable Precision
A food service client grappling with post-COVID profitability and cash flow issues approached Ajuda for help. With a complex menu contributing to high labor costs and operational inefficiencies, the business faced increased competition and did not want to alienate customers through extensive price hikes.
Ajuda conducted a detailed analysis of the menu’s cost of goods sold (COGS), evaluating profitability down to the fraction of a cent for each item sold. We also assessed staffing levels and operational demands across food prep and customer service areas. Our findings revealed inefficiencies linked to specific menu items and ingredient costs.
Implementing targeted adjustments, we streamlined the menu and optimized pricing, which significantly enhanced operational efficiency. These strategic changes reduced payroll hours by 10% weekly, enabling higher wages for staff and reducing turnover. The refined operations led to a 6% increase in profit margin and stabilized the owner's income. We also provided the client with a COGS calculator tool to maintain oversight and adapt proactively to future cost fluctuations.
Workflow Evolution
A multi-generational pest control company approached Ajuda Consulting faced with growing competition and outdated processes. They operated with a cumbersome “binder system” for managing scheduling , contracts, and billing which hindered their expansion plans into a neighboring town.
Ajuda identified and implemented modern workflow solutions that enabled field technicians to handle scheduling and billing directly at the time of service. We recommended and configured the best software solutions to integrate seamlessly with their existing accounting systems. Additionally, we developed a comprehensive training program for technicians and ensured office staff were well-versed in the new processes.
This modernization not only enhanced customer support and employee satisfaction but also eliminated accounts payable. The successful software implementation provided a robust foundation for the company's expansion, equipping them to manage growth effectively and venture into new markets with confidence.
Designed Growth
A small organic clothing retailer with a steady income from locally produced clothing was an important part of a community focused on sustainability. They aimed to expand their offerings by introducing an organic dry cleaner to their existing setup and needed a flexible space for market days, but struggled to find a suitable location in their competitive city.
Ajuda Consulting stepped in to assist with the expansion. We researched the necessary equipment and collaborated with the client to create detailed blueprints for a hypothetical space that would meet their unique needs. This preparation positioned us to quickly adapt to available properties and effectively communicate the business and equipment specifics tailored to each potential location.
Our approach enabled the client to make swift and informed decisions about properties, leading to the acquisition of an ideal space.
