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Strategy and Planning

A clear strategy is the foundation of a successful business.

As an SME owner, you want growth to be purposeful and shareholders to be aligned. The right strategy gives you structure and clarity, turning ambition into progress and ideas into results.

With a clear plan, decisions feel easier, priorities stay focused, and everyone moves in the same direction. Opportunities become achievable. Teams feel secure. Shareholder discussions stay constructive. Every part of your business works together, not against itself.

For us, strategy is never a one-off document. It’s a process of listening, planning, and adjusting as your business evolves. With the right approach, you gain the confidence to act today and the foresight to prepare for tomorrow.

HEAR IT FROM OUR CLIENTS

Align the team and solve the obstacles

"Ashfords Advisory helped us move to the next stage in the KLM Spatial journey by helping to define the expectations of our shareholder group and then facilitating our two-day offsite strategic planning session.

Peter has shared best practices, ideas and guidance throughout, helping to bring clarity to our business vision and strategic priorities. Ashfords has used a flexible approach that was tailored to our needs and maturity as a company, providing the time and structure to address the major decisions.

It’s been a highly valuable activity for our business and I would recommend Ashfords Advisory to companies seeking to achieve clarity on their goals, align the team and solve the obstacles in their way."

Aaron Goodall

Managing Director, KLM Spatial

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Ashfords Advisory — Strategy and Planning FAQs

Common Questions, Answered

How does this advice work for me?

Business Advisory provides expert guidance to help SMEs identify growth opportunities, streamline operations, and strengthen financial management. By implementing strategic planning and improving decision-making, businesses can drive profitability and long-term success.

What strategies work for cash flow?

Effective cash flow management includes timely invoicing, negotiating better payment terms, reducing unnecessary expenses, and forecasting future cash needs. Exploring financing options, such as business credit lines, can also help maintain stability during growth phases.

When should I start planning for succession?

It’s best to start succession planning early to ensure a smooth leadership transition and protect business value. A well-structured plan minimizes uncertainty, aligns stakeholder interests, and secures long-term business continuity.

Clarity at the top changes how everything underneath performs.

Once direction is defined, decisions across finance, structure and operations gain sharper focus. Strategic alignment gives each part of the business a reason to move and a framework to move within.

Insights and resources

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