PROJECT MANAGEMENT

The scope we offer can be as simple as providing assistance with fulfillment of the dream to developing additional and extended opportunities to current outlets.

Independent food retail comes in a number of shapes and sizes, from the small village shop with a  deli counter and local produce to a multi departmental food hall or farm shop. Food retail is probably the most exciting part of retailing.  Customers seek out specialist food producers and demand is based on a desire to understand and know the provenance of food, and for the food to be merchandised and sold in an authentic environment, coupled with personal service.  There is also evidence of a genuine interest and pride in supporting local producers. People have never been so interested in quality local food and how it is produced, in freshness and in traceability. Customers are seeking out specialist producers and for some there is a desire to reduce food miles.

We can provide the advice and and support to deliver a sound business, from concept to launch, review and development. Guidance through the challenges of being a food business, location, buildings, access, product, business plans, and marketing - taking both a short and long term view. 

Whether your aspirations are small or large, we can help evaluate your opportunity, identify the challenges and take you through the process from concept to the day you open for business. 

Headings we consider are:-

• Strategy and planning - Concept to realisation, site identification, scope, business opportunities
• Business diversification
• Gap analysis and implementation
• Feasibility, market research
• Supplier tendering
• Design and build project management
• Business plans, products, layout
• Marketing and launch
• Review and audit