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Finance Faster Delivery

Driving transformation for a growing financial services platform, Adaptavis delivered faster delivery, enhanced productivity, and supported top-line growth.

Case Details

Client: Financial Services Company

Date: 2024

Tags: Faster Delivery, Kanban Method, Flow

Project Duration: 4 Months

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The Background

In late 2023, a rapidly growing financial services organisation specialising in a multi-modal trade platform for independent financial advisors faced a critical challenge. This platform, designed to remove barriers in alternative investing, was hindered by outdated systems and processes that could no longer support the pace of their growth. Delivery had stagnated, quality had deteriorated, and prioritisation was riddled with inefficiencies. To address these issues and drive meaningful transformation, the organisation enlisted Adaptavis to help reignite momentum, establish sustainable ways of working, and empower teams to deliver value predictably and frequently.

The organisation grappled with several critical challenges. Delivery times were excessively slow, with a lack of predictability. Quality issues emerged from inconsistent processes, resulting in poor outputs and the need for frequent rework. Additionally, prioritisation decisions were often driven by politics or assumptions, leading to essential work being sidelined.

These challenges not only strained the teams and lowered morale but also eroded stakeholder confidence. It became clear that a fundamental transformation was necessary to overcome these obstacles and position the organisation for sustainable success.

The Solution

Adaptavis partnered with the client to implement a structured change programme designed to achieve four key goals. First, the programme aimed to boost predictability by establishing clear delivery timelines. Second, it sought to enable faster value delivery through earlier and more frequent prioritisation. Third, the initiative focused on reducing overburden to improve employee satisfaction and address inefficiencies. Finally, it emphasised sustaining positive change by embedding lasting improvements in working practices.

To achieve these goals, several key steps were taken. Teams participated in Flow training, which included workshops and on-the-job coaching to enhance their understanding of workflow and improve collaboration. Metrics such as throughput and lead time were introduced as part of business instrumentation to track the impact of the changes.

Additionally, a system-thinking approach was adopted, leading to redesigned processes and the implementation of work-in-progress (WIP) limits to optimise delivery. Effective prioritisation techniques were also introduced, helping teams align their work with business priorities. This not only reduced delays but also significantly improved efficiency across the organisation.

Within months, the organisation had reversed its stagnation, achieving faster, higher-quality outputs with improved team morale and stakeholder confidence. By embedding systemic changes and fostering a culture of continuous learning, the client was equipped for ongoing success with minimal reliance on external consultants.

The Outcomes

Faster Delivery
Average cycle time dropped by 80%, from 25 days to 5.
Improved Productivity
An average 94% increase in the amount of work delivered across all teams.
Time-to-Market
An average 52% reduction in time to deliver across all teams.
Enhanced Predictability
85% of work was completed in 38 days, down from 79 days.
Value Creation
Substantial increases in top-line revenue growth.

Client Testimonials

Adaptavis have really helped us take our ways of working to the next level. Their 'start with what you do now' approach delivered immediate value, and our teams felt they were in charge of their own destiny (rather than having a 'methodology' imposed on them). The coaching proved invaluable in helping the training 'stick', and the constant focus on ROI and value delivery means the work justifies itself.

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