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Tools and techniques

We have summarised some of the key tools and techniques that might be useful to you. If you have any question about their application - please get in touch.

Affinity Technique

Create structure from large amounts of apparently unrelated information.

Benchmarking

Drive improvement, understanding and knowledge by systematically comparing one situation, product or activity with another.

Brainstorming

Generate breakthrough ideas.

Contract Management Segmentation

Risk based approach to categorisation and management of contract relationships. Link opens case study video.

Fishbone Analysis (Ishikawa)

Identify the potential causes of a problem or issue.

Force Field Analysis

Promote successful change by understanding and managing the forces that will promote or restrain it.

Gantt Chart

Analyse and plan projects with multiple work-streams and resources.

Kraljic Matrix

Assess and segment a market to help shape sourcing strategy.

Pareto Analysis (the 80/20 rule)

Focus on the things that deliver maximum impact.

Pestel Analysis

Use an understanding of external factors to shape actions.

PMI Analysis

Weigh the pros and cons of any decision.

Porters 5 Forces

Use an understanding of competitive forces to shape supplier actions.

Portfolio Analysis

Assess the market’s view of your business or opportunity.

Process Mapping

Understand and simplify a business process or activity by mapping each of the steps involved.

RASCI

Improve accountability and communication with clear assignment of roles and responsibilities.

Relationship Power and Influence Matrix

Predict the likely balance of power in a relationship.

Root Cause Analysis (The 5 Why’s)

Find out what the real cause of a problem or issue is.

Stakeholder Analysis

Improve stakeholder engagement by anticipating and planning their likely reaction.

SWOT

Use an understanding of Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats to guide action plans and strategies.