Business Turnaround and
Transformation

We specialise in revitalising struggling manufacturing
companies by identifying and implementing strategic
and operational improvements.

We deploy a team of consultants throughout all areas of the business which allows us to drive change from the shopfloor up and from leadership down.

How we succeed

By weaving ourselves into the fabric of the company, we leverage our expertise in efficiency optimisation, cost reduction and process reengineering to devise tailored solutions, as well as creating an ownership culture in which to implement them.

This approach enables us to restore operational performance and ultimately, financial health, whilst ensuring long-term viability.

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Our Process

Assessment and Diagnosis

Assessment and Diagnosis

We begin with a thorough assessment of your current operations to identify key areas for improvement. This involves detailed analysis and diagnostics to understand the specific challenges your business faces.

Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning

Based on our findings, we develop a comprehensive turnaround strategy that outlines the necessary steps to achieve operational and financial recovery.

Implementation

Implementation

Our team works alongside your employees at all levels, ensuring that changes are seamlessly integrated into your daily operations. This hands-on approach guarantees that improvements are adopted and sustained.

Monitoring and Support

Monitoring and Support

Post-implementation, we continue to monitor progress and provide ongoing support to ensure that your business remains on the path to success. We offer training and development to your team, to encourage a culture of continuous improvement.

Turnaround
Case Study

  • A manufacturing client
  • The client was at the point of insolvency
  • An Executive Customer Group formed and demanded the existing board of directors bring in an industry team of restructuring experts
  • IMIG was contracted and provided a robust solution that met the needs of the client and their customers.

THE RESULT
Within 8 months:

  • 78.5%
    Increase of 78.5% weekly production output
  • 85%
    Increase of 85% in sales revenue
  • 250%
    Increase of 250% combined efficiency
  • Scrap rate
    reduced by 50%
    from 29% to 15%

People

We are passionate about people and businesses. Helping you succeed is something we care about, making it easy to quickly build relationships with you and your workforce.

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Paul Wyatt Paul Wyatt is a Director at IMIG, bringing an exceptional breadth of experience, including as CEO, CPO and Global Operations Director. He has delivered major transformation throughout his career in the manufacturing and automotive sectors. Paul is a Fully Accredited Member of the Institute for Turnaround, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply and holds a degree in Managerial Sciences. He has significant expertise in Business Strategy development, Business Turnaround, Procurement Strategy and Transformation. He is a motivational leader who strongly believes in ‘one team’ and delivering results with pace.
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Lutz Jäger
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Claus Hegewald
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Alexander Kimber
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Vidyavati Gaikwad Vidya is a Software and Hardware Test Engineer at IMIG with a strong academic background in Electronics and Telecommunication, holding both a B.Eng. and an M.Eng. in VLSI and Embedded Systems.
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Jaja Thompson Jaja Thompson joined IMIG as a Consultant, bringing with him a strong academic background with a Master of Business – First Class Honours. With 2.5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in the Engineering and Manufacturing sector, Jaja is making a shift into consulting, a field he has aspired to enter since his university days.
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Christian Pfingstl Christian Pfingstl is a Senior Consultant at IMIG, bringing a strong background in mechatronics to his role. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics and began his career with an apprenticeship in the same field. He further honed his skills by working on the EU Project SmaRTI with the System Integration Laboratory before joining IMIG in 2014.
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Charlène Frutier Charlène Frutier is the Operations Director at IMIG, where she brings a wealth of experience in supply chain and general management. Holding a Bachelor's degree, Charlène began her career as a planner in an automotive Tier 1 company, quickly advancing to Planning Manager and then MP&L Manager at the UK factory. Seeking broader experience, she worked at McLaren and later took on a leadership role at Eaton (now Danfoss), becoming Supply Chain Manager at the Havant factory by age 29.
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Simon Lucas Simon Lucas is the Executive Vice President for Automotive & Mobility at IMIG, bringing over 30 years of experience in managing complex situations under tight deadlines. With qualifications that include an HND in Management Studies and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Simon has built a distinguished career. He has significant expertise in Agile project management, risk management, stakeholder management, and quality management, gained through numerous international projects across the USA and Europe. His extensive experience ensures that he excels in consulting projects, consistently meeting timelines, budgets and quality standards.
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Alun Tribe In the realm of leadership, Alun Tribe's story is one of growth and dedication to his colleagues. From shop floor apprentice to leadership roles across Europe and the USA, reaching the position of Managing Director of a 750-person plant at age 34. Alun's commitment to excellence in both product and people became the cornerstone of his leadership philosophy.
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Paul Marron Paul Marron brings a wealth of experience to his role, with previous Leadership positions with companies like Agilent Technologies, Leonardo, and Eaton Aerospace & Director responsibilities with Ilika Technologies and SMR Automotive UK Ltd.
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William Davies IMIG is proud to spotlight William Davies, who joined as a consultant in 2022. Armed with an HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and an MBA in Project Management, William's career began as an apprentice in a foundry, evolving into roles such as Electrical Maintenance engineer and Project Leader in manufacturing. With a focus on project management, he has navigated complex restructuring projects, culminating in his current position at IMIG.
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Tom Brignell We'd love to share the journey of Tom, who joined IMIG as a Consultant in 2020. Armed with a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Leeds, Tom spent the early years of his career as a Process Engineer and during that time met Alun Tribe, leading to a transition into consulting for IMIG.
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Eleanor Pratt Eleanor brings a combination of programme management and coaching to her role at IMIG. Beginning as an apprentice sports coach in 2019, she swiftly progressed to become a Programme Manager, delivering gymnastics programmes to her community. This experience helped her gain key business acumen in emotional intelligence, the importance of team collaboration and the differences between leadership and management.
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Lyle Touroo With over 46 years of manufacturing experience, Lyle has demonstrated exceptional leadership and ability to motivate teams in his career. He has a successful track record of improving customer satisfaction, optimising costs and boosting profitability. Known for empowering individuals, his strong communication skills and ability to achieve objectives in cross cultural environments sets him apart.
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Ed Shrimpton Ed Shrimpton is a Senior Consultant at IMIG. With a degree in Business Studies and certifications in Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) and as a PROSCI Certified Change Practitioner, Ed has built a dynamic career spanning various industries, including automotive logistics, telecoms, payments, banking, insurance, and pensions & investments. His journey has involved permanent, contract, and consulting roles, always driven by a desire to learn, grow, and test himself in diverse environments.
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