The case histories section provides a few examples of how SFM Consulting has worked with businesses to analyse and streamline their processes or managed HR or specific projects. Where client confidentiality is required, anonymised case histories have not be included.
a451 is a Search Engine Marketing company based in Chichester. Founded by David Hollands-Hurst 11 years ago a451 has clients of varying size from large multi-nationals to small local business in many business sectors including: global leaders in security and mission-critical… view case study >
The Contemplation Group, which includes Contemplation Homes, operates nursing homes, residential learning difficulty facilities and a domiciliary care service. As a result of running seven nursing homes to a very high standard, Contemplation Homes have developed substantial knowledge of how… view case study >
Sutherlands Professional Services Business Development (SPSBD) works with professional services firms globally to significantly grow their top line and embed permanent competitive sales advantage. view case study >
Body & Sole is a beauty salon based in Chichester run by the Proprietor, Sarah Barnett (www.bodyandsole.uk.com). Sarah started the salon in 2001 and has always recognised the value her skills and experience bring to the business and the importance of outsourcing those outside her expertise when… view case study >
Tenovus (www.tenovus.com) is a cancer charity, based in Cardiff, whose aim is to prevent, treat and find a cure for cancer. Tenovus offer support, advice and treatment for cancer patients, information on cancer prevention and funding for research to improve the outcomes for people with cancer in… view case study >
Whilst employed at Specsavers Optical Group the senior managers, of which Sarah was one, were offered the opportunity to study for the Certified Diploma in Accounting and Finance - an ACCA qualification which enables managers not only to understand financial information but also link it to broader strategic… view case study >
Whilst working as an Operations Manager for Specsavers Optical Group there were a few retail outlets failing to meet the key performance indicators. Sarah was responsible for producing action plans for turning around these under-performing retail outlets. view case study >
At General Medical Clinics PLC Sarah was responsible for the regulatory compliance of the Company’s four private medical centres which provided GP services, health screening, occupational health and physiotherapy, plus their nurse-led NHS walk in centre. view case study >
This research project was undertaken by Sarah as part of attaining membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development by via the Professional Assessment of Competence. It examined whether flexible benefits were a realistic option for the diverse group of individuals employed by General… view case study >
When she was appointed Chief Operating Officer at General Medical Clinics PLC in June 2002 responsibility for the personnel records was passed to Sarah. At that stage the company had 5 employees and apart from a contract of employment and staff manual there were no policies or procedures in place. view case study >
Sarah undertook a full pricing review of the services provided at the medical centres owned by General Medical Clinics PLC because historically prices had been based on what competitors were charging rather than the cost of delivery. Consequently it wasn’t known which products were most profitable… view case study >
Prior to the purchase Sarah was involved with the pre-purchase discussions with the staff at Finsbury Healthcare and aspects of the Due Diligence. Following the purchase she was responsible for integrating Finsbury Healthcare into the Group and evaluating detailed operations of the new purchase and the… view case study >
This project was a high-profile opening of one of the Government’s flagship privately-operated, nurse-led, commuter walk in centres and was undertaken whilst Sarah Matthews of SFM Consulting was employed by General Medical Clinics PLC. view case study >