Cross 8

Welcome to the first Cross 8 newsletter of 2025. #consumerduty #customersmatter #newstarters #businessgrowth #leadingtransformations

Leading transformations requires deep expertise and a collaborative approach. At Cross 8, we bring both to the table. We'll work closely with you to identify opportunities, overcome obstacles, and achieve sustainable results. We're not just consultants; we're your partners in progress. #BusinessTransformation #Consulting #PeopleandCulture #LeadingTransformations #Culture

Cross 8 is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Birks MBA, as Business Development Director   Tobias Robinson, Managing Director, says: "We’re thrilled to welcome Matt as we enter an exciting phase of growth and expansion. Over the past couple of years, we’ve focused on strengthening and growing the business, and it’s incredible to see that momentum accelerating. With a second office coming online and new initiatives across Utilities, Infrastructure, Financial Services and Automotive, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for us. Matt’s business expertise and proven track record in driving transformation and innovation will be key to supporting this growth." Welcome to the team, Matt!

Is your transformation programme connected to your organisation's reality or operating in isolation? Getting a return on your investment depends entirely on integrating new and old. Your employees, customers, and stakeholders determine the success of your transformation.  They either harness the capabilities or reject them, amplifying or destroying value. Are you creating advocates or enemies? People-led Business Change is your opportunity to make transformation a mission for everyone. By giving your people the right capability, support and guidance you can create an environment where solving the inevitable challenges with large-scale change is collectively owned. Business Change is one of the many areas Cross 8 helps clients. Deploying small teams and our business change toolkit, we help businesses realise the value from transformational change. If you need help breaking down barriers in the change world get in touch. #leadingtransformations #businesstransformation #startegictransformation #ROI #peopleledchange

Is your business looking to unlock cost efficiencies but unsure where to start?💡 Our article "Optimising Internal Costs: Unlocking Efficiencies For Competitive Advantage" highlights 4 key steps for internal cost optimisation that can help you achieve a competitive advantage. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/ecWeiHcs #CostOptimisation #BusinessGrowth #Efficiency #LeadingTransformations #CostTransformation

Merry Christmas from everyone at Cross 8. 🎄 Thank you to our colleagues, clients, and network for your continued support and partnership during 2024. Here's one last newsletter to finish off an exceptional year. We look forward to sharing more insights with you in 2025. #Newsletter #LeadingTransformations #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear

When was the last time you used an external perspective to assess the health of a key programme? A check and challenge approach, where experienced change professionals provide an objective review, can significantly improve programme outcomes. At Cross 8, we’ve successfully implemented this approach to help clients identify potential risks, enhance delivery strategies, and achieve better results. Consider incorporating a check and challenge process into your next critical programme. It could be the key to unlocking greater success. #transformation #programmemanagement #freshperspective #programmegovernance #checkandchallenge

✨ Celebrating 11 Incredible Years! ✨   Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing team. Over the past 11 years, your unwavering dedication to our clients, each other, and the growth of Cross 8 has been truly special.   At Cross 8, our mission has always been clear: to create the best company for our people. Every milestone we’ve achieved is a testament to the hard work, passion, and excellence that you bring to the table.   Thank you for being an integral part of this journey. Here's to continuing to achieve great things together!   #11YearsOfCross8 #ThankYou #Teamwork #PeopleandCulture #GreatPlaceToWork

Cross 8 is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Astley as Strategic Advisor. Jonathan brings a wealth of experience in leading global operations and driving large-scale transformations. “Jonathan’s deep industry knowledge and proven leadership skills will be instrumental in driving our growth and innovation,” said Simon Keay, Partner and Financial Services Sector Lead at Cross 8. “We are excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to the positive impact he will make.” His expertise will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position in the financial services sector. #financialservices #cross8 #leadingtransformations #newappointment

Have you ever faced a power imbalance in a strategic partnership? How did you navigate the situation? The power dynamic can shift throughout the lifecycle of a partnership. It's essential to: Understand the sources of power: Both hard power (e.g., contractual terms, market share) and soft power (e.g., relationships, reputation). Leverage your strengths: Identify your unique advantages and use them to negotiate effectively. Foster open communication: Build trust and transparency to address challenges and find common ground. Want to learn more about how to get the best from suppliers?' Connect with Simon Keay #leadingtransformations #suppliermanagement #costtransformation #strategicpartnerships