Disciplined Approaches To Improve Performance
Situation
A family-owned steel manufacturing company with a limited circle of advisors wanted to improve its profitability and competitive position.
Business Challenge
A family-owned manufacturer with five facilities sought to improve margins in a highly competitive market and gain clarity on energy supplier options and natural gas volatility.
Opportunity
To help them optimize their performance we drafted a series of strategies to increase the effectiveness.
Solution
Acclaim provided strategic guidance, uncovered hidden contract fees, and negotiated a five-year energy agreement.
Impact
We worked with the leadership team directly to analyze and implement market options to mitigate risk and improve costs and reliability.
Results
Delivered 37% savings—totaling $19 million—while improving cost predictability and operational reliability.