KXT Ignite
Are you caught in the relentless cycle of uncertainty, inefficiencies, and operational chaos, constantly left second-guessing your next move with the weight of uncontrolled growth constantly dragging you down?
KXT Ignite can help transform your business into a well-oiled machine, where every decision is data-driven, operations are seamlessly streamlined, teams are unified towards shared goals, and your clients are ecstatic.
Rediscover not just the joy in what you do, but also experience a profound leap forward. Embrace the future with KXT Ignite and turn potential into achievement.
What is KXT Ignite?
KXT Ignite is our streamlined two-week business audit & road-mapping process, designed to illuminate the path to operational excellence for leaders of services firms. In this intensive audit, we delve into the core of your business, scrutinising Business Performance, Sales Pipeline, People, Delivery, Finance, and Operations, to uncover inefficiencies and identify actionable improvements.
Our approach combines a comprehensive evaluation of your business metrics with stakeholder insights, culminating in a detailed report that not only highlights areas for enhancement but also provides a strategic three-horizon roadmap for implementation.
This is your gateway to enhanced decision-making, operational efficiency, and a peaceful night’s sleep.
Who is it for?
Founders and leaders of consulting firms that have scaled to a point where the next steps are unclear and surviving each day is an achievement worth celebrating.
For founders and leaders who have grown quickly but now don’t have the information at hand that will help inform decisions to drive the business to the next level.
For founders and leaders who have suddenly found their team has doubled, tripled or quadrupled in size but there is a lack of coordination and efficiency resulting in organised chaos.
What will you get out of it?
At the end of the KXT Ignite process you will have a clear understanding on how to achieve:
Real time visibility of business performance (revenue, profitability), portfolio performance, KPIs and metrics
Visibility of cashflow and tooling to enable detailed financial forecasting and planning,
Clear alignment on sales and marketing - what do we do, how do we sell, what value we deliver
Strategies for building brand awareness in market and building pipeline to help maintain growth,
Deep insight into team dynamics including a team playbook,
Defined structure with clear roles & responsibilities along with an understanding of where the gaps are and how they will be filled short, medium, long term,
Methodology for sourcing, hiring, retaining, growing staff,
Adoption of AI tooling to drive efficiencies across the board
Methods and tools for better managing AR, AP, expense management
How does it work?
Week 0: Preparation
Preparation Activities
• Kick-off meeting booked in
• Preparatory Questionnaire (25 questions) distributed
• Systems access requested
Week 1: Kick-off, Data Collection, and Initial Analysis
Day 1: Kick-Off
• Conduct kick-off meeting to explain the audit process and objectives.
• Completion of Questionnaire
Day 2-3: Pre-Audit Preparation
• Collation of completed questionnaires and any other documents provided.
• Commence reviewing data from business systems.
Day 4-5: In-Depth Data Collection
• Begin initial interviews with key stakeholders.
• Focus on gathering information related to Business Metrics, Sales Pipeline, People, Delivery, Finance, and Operations.
Week 2: Audit Execution and Reporting
Day 6-7: Audit Analysis
• Conduct an in-depth analysis of collected data and interview feedback.
Day 8-9: Drafting the Report
• Compiling findings and recommendations for each key element.
• Draft the audit report, focusing on highlighting critical areas for improvement and actionable steps.
Day 10: Finalising Report and Presentation
• Presentation of key findings and recommendations.
• Finalise the audit report, including an executive summary, detailed analysis, and a prioritised list of recommendations.
What we deliver to you
1 - Audit Report
Executive Summary: Key findings, overall health assessment, and urgent areas of concern.
Detailed Analysis: Comprehensive review of each key business area (People, Performance, Pipeline (Sales), Production (Delivery), Finance / Operations) with findings, including quick wins, and high impact opportunities.
Recommendations: Actionable steps for improvement, prioritised by impact, effort and feasibility.
2 -KXT Ignite Roadmap
A phased plan split into three horizons detailing the implementation of recommendations, including timelines, responsible parties, and success metrics.
Horizon 1 (4-8 Weeks): Burning issues & Quick wins
Horizon 2 (8-16 weeks): Governance & reporting improvements, Process improvement, Technology improvements, Structural improvements
Horizon 3 (16-24+ weeks): Strategic improvements.
3 - Follow-up plan
A follow-up session to review progress on the implementation of recommendations.
Optional:
KXT can be engaged to help drive the implementation of recommendations that have been discussed in the Implementation Roadmap.
Or;
A lower touch oversight role can be played. This would include a schedule for progress reviews and follow-up audits to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.
Frequently asked questions
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No, while in-person audits may offer certain benefits, we fully accommodate remote audits to ensure flexibility and convenience for our clients. Regardless of your location, we can deliver a comprehensive and effective audit experience.
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Based in Australia, KXT is not limited by geography. We're equipped to work with clients globally, as long as we can find overlapping work hours that suit both parties.
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To initiate the process, please fill out the 'Get Started' form on our website. We'll follow up with a 30-minute discovery call to understand your needs and discuss the next steps.
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Typically, the audit begins about two weeks after booking. However, this timeframe can vary based on current client commitments and scheduling needs.
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Prior to the audit, we'll provide you with a list of information and access needed, including current business performance data, business process documentation, and systems access if required. This preparation ensures a focused and effective audit process.
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Expect to dedicate 1-2 hours of your time per day during the audit. We'll coordinate closely with you to ensure this involvement causes minimal disruption to your daily operations.
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Post-audit, we'll walk you through the findings and discuss each element of the recommended roadmap. Following this, you have the option to engage KXT for further assistance in implementing the recommendations or proceed independently.
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The audit covers six key elements: Transparency/Availability of Business Metrics, Sales Pipeline, People, Delivery, Finance, and Operations, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of your business's operational efficiency and strategic positioning.
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We tailor the audit process to fit seamlessly into your schedule, prioritizing efficiency and flexibility. Our aim is to provide valuable insights with minimal impact on your team's daily productivity.
