Case Study

Chemical manufacturer evaluates Shared Services locations globally

Client challenge

  • U.S. based chemical manufacturer wanted to move to a Shared Services model for the Finance function.

  • As a result of different acquisitions, the company had to rationalize FTEs and costs.

  • Client asked to produce three different operating models: minimal outsourcing, average outsourcing, and high-level outsourcing.

Solution

  • Evaluated existing locations and potential future locations for a combination of factors, including labor availability, infrastructure suitability, government incentives, and current and anticipated labor costs.

  • Developed three models to give a range of options for moving to a Shared Services organization.

Impact on client's business

  • Provided options for moving to a Shared Services model depending on the level of risk the Client was willing to assume.