Elenchus is convinced that support functions can and should be profitable rather than seen as costs

Our unique model make it possible for you to calculate the value creation that support functions deliver to the core business

Elenchus is a new kind of consulting company. We help you in transforming support functions from “necessary costs” to profitable investments.

We have developed a model that helps you analyze, assess and calculate both direct and indirect value contributions of support functions to the overall profitability of the organization.

We help you close the gap between “income bringing” and “cost center” parts of the organization.

We let business owners with PnL responsibility, as well as the CEO and CFO, see the potential value contribution from support functions like HR, communication, Public Affairs and Sustainability can bring to the financial result.

And we give those responsible for support functions the tools that enable them to show their own contribution to the overall profitability of the organization, instead of having to fight for a budget that is seen as a cost or burden.

Three building blocks

Total flexibility

Unlike other consultants, we do not offer a model that you have to adapt to. On the contrary, it is designed to be maximally flexible depending on your needs

Intellectual Capital

We considet Intellectual Capital as the most important resource at hand for support functions. Functions have a number of tools, but real results are reached by changing or adding value through Intellectual Capital

Measurable targets

Every organisation sets targets, for inviduals, for units and for the entire organisation. Intellectual Capital is often the most effective way to increase the probablility to reach the set targets.

Step by step

We can start by implementing the model in part of the organization (for example, one business area or support function) or we can help you initiate a change process that affects the entire organization at once.

Our model

Discovery1

The Discovery phase is where we analyze where and how support functions can provide value to the core business

Estimation & Elimination

This is where we put a value on the value creation potential – and prioritize issues in order of importance

Calculation & Prioritisation

Step three is where we calculate the actual value creation that can be expected – and create a common list of priorities

Actions

Once the investment decision is taken, the support functions get to work. Our network of consultants can help out if needed.

Investment decision

Once the priority list is set, we are ready to calculate what kind of resources should be invested to ensure profitability

Evaluation

The evaluation phase analyses progress and delivered value creation, and is the basis for future adjustments

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