Delivery and Transformation
Most firms do strategy. Some do delivery. Very few can bridge the gap. We transform how you deliver by connecting your strategic objectives to team execution - with measurable improvements you can see in weeks, not quarters.
We're not advisors who deliver a deck and leave. We're delivery veterans who embed with your teams, fix what's broken, and build capability that lasts.
What's Included in Delivery & Transformation
Discovery & Baseline Assessment
2-4 Weeks
What we do:
Deep dive into your current delivery system. We map value streams, identify bottlenecks, interview teams and leadership, establish baseline metrics, and diagnose root causes - not just symptoms.
What you get:
Clear picture of what's working, what's broken, and why. Data-driven diagnosis with prioritised recommendations.
Pilot Implementation
8-12 Weeks
What we do:
We don't roll out to the entire organisation on day one. We pilot our approach with 1-3 teams, prove measurable improvement, iterate based on learnings, and demonstrate ROI before scaling.
What you get:
Proven approach tailored to YOUR context. Quick wins that build momentum. Evidence to secure broader buy-in.
Capability Building & Handoff
Throughout Engagement
What we do:
We don't create dependency. We build your internal capability to sustain and evolve the delivery system. This includes training internal coaches, establishing continuous improvement mechanisms, and gradually transitioning ownership.
What you get:
Self-sustaining delivery capability. Your teams can maintain & improve without ongoing consultancy support.
Scaled Rollout
3-9 Months
What we do:
Once the pilot proves success, we scale across your organisation. This includes establishing governance, training additional teams, creating feedback loops, and ensuring consistency while allowing for team-level adaptation.
What you get:
Organisation-wide delivery improvement. Sustainable practices. Metrics that show progress.
When Delivery & Transformation Is Right for You
You're 6-18 months into a transformation. Initial excitement has faded. Teams are going through the motions but not seeing benefits. Leadership is questioning the ROI. You need to rescue the transformation and prove value.
Our Transformation Process:
Adapt, Align, Accelerate
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Value stream mapping workshops
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Team and leadership interviews (15-50 people)
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Baseline metrics establishment
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Current state documentation
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Friction point diagnosis
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Prioritised improvement roadmap
What we do:
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Discovery report with root cause analysis
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Baseline metrics dashboard
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Transformation roadmap
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Business case for change
Duration: 2-4 weeks
Deliverables:
ADAPT
Discover, Baseline, Prioritise
You'll know:
Exactly what's broken, why, and what to fix first.
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Pilot with 1-3 teams
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Implement improvements
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Weekly measurement and adjustment
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Prove measurable improvement
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Secure broader buy-in with results
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Refine approach based on learnings
Deliverables:
What we do:
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Pilot results report (with metrics)
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Refined transformation approach
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Scaling plan
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Governance model
ALIGN
Pilot, Prove, Iterate
You'll know:
The approach works in your context and delivers measurable value.
Duration: 8-12 weeks
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Rollout to additional teams
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Establish governance and metrics
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Train internal coaches
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Create continuous improvement mechanisms
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Transition ownership to your teams
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Measure and report progress
What we do:
Duration: 3-9 months
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Scaled delivery system
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Trained internal capability
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Metrics dashboard
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Sustainability playbook
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Continuous improvement framework
Deliverables:
ACCELERATE
Scale, Embed, Sustain
You'll know:
Your organisation can sustain and evolve the delivery system without us.
Deliverables & Outcomes from Transformation
Tangible Deliverables
Discovery report with baseline assessment
Value stream maps
Transformation roadmap
Governance model and decision frameworks
Metrics dashboards (cycle time, lead time, flow, outcomes)
Process documentation
Training materials
Sustainability playbook
Continuous improvement framework
Business Outcomes
Faster Time-to-Market: 50-150% improvement in delivery speed
Improved Predictability: 60-80%+ of commitments met
Better Quality: 40-80% reduction in critical defects
Strategic Alignment: Clear line from strategy to delivery
Team Engagement: Measurably improved morale and satisfaction
Sustainable Capability: No ongoing dependency on consultants
Success Metrics We Track
Cycle time and lead time
Delivery predictability (% of commitments met)
Defect rates and quality metrics
Strategic objective delivery rate
Team satisfaction scores
Value delivered vs. cost
The Transformation Team You'll Work With
Collaborative, Not Prescriptive:
We work with your teams, not above them. We embed, coach, and enable - not command and control.
Outcome-Focused:
We measure success by business results, not activities. Delivered value, not ceremonies implemented.
Hands-On:
We roll up our sleeves and do the work alongside your teams. We don't just advise - we deliver.
Partners & Senior Consultants
Who they are:
Industry-recognised experts with 15-25+ years of hands-on delivery and transformation experience. They've led transformations as CTOs, VPs of Delivery, and Programme Directors - not just advised on them.
What they do:
Lead the transformation, work directly with your executive team, design the approach, make the hard calls, and ensure business outcomes are achieved.
Experience Level:
Every partner has led 10+ transformations across multiple industries and methodologies.
Delivery Specialists & Agile Leads
Who they are:
Senior practitioners with 10-15 years of delivery leadership experience. Certified in multiple frameworks (SAFe, Scrum@Scale, Kanban) but framework-agnostic in approach.
What they do:
Embed with your teams, coach leadership and teams, facilitate change, remove blockers, and drive day-to-day transformation execution.
Experience Level:
All have led delivery at programme or portfolio level in enterprise environments.
Product & Technical Specialists
Who they are:
Experts in product management, architecture, DevOps, and quality engineering who've built and scaled delivery systems.
What they do:
Provide deep expertise in specific areas that need strengthening - product strategy, technical practices, automation, quality.
Experience Level:
10+ years in their specialty, all with hands-on delivery experience.
How We've Transformed Delivery Before
From Disengagement to 96% Employee Satisfaction
The Challenge
Delivery teams disconnected from business strategy. Morale low. Missed commitments were the norm. Multiple suppliers not collaborating. Leadership losing faith in delivery capability.
Our Approach
Full delivery transformation using our Adapt → Align → Accelerate methodology:
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Deep discovery revealed misaligned incentives and unclear ownership
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Piloted new delivery model with 5 teams, proved measurable improvement
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Scaled across organisation with governance that enabled (not blocked)
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Built internal coaching capability for sustainability
The Results
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187% faster time to market
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284% increase in system reliability
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Delivery success rate: 50% → 85%
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Seamless collaboration across all suppliers
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96% employee satisfaction post-transformation
"Agilicist didn't just change our processes, they changed our culture."
- LadbrokesCoral Leadership
The Results
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Time to market: 12+ weeks → under 6 weeks
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Delivery predictability: >80%
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Critical defects: down 81%
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Full regulatory compliance maintained
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£13Bn platform delivered on-time and on-budget
Our Approach
Delivery transformation combined with team augmentation:
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Implemented flow-based delivery with regulatory compliance
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Established metrics and governance that leadership trusted
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Removed waste from value stream while maintaining control
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Built quality into the process (automated gates, CI/CD)
"A transformation that combined agility with control, not one or the other."
- Global Asset Management Firm Leadership
£13Bn Platform Delivered On-Time and On-Budget
The Challenge
The Challenge
Massive platform migration with hard regulatory deadlines. Needed to deliver with speed AND control. Zero room for error.
Investment & Engagement Options
Example: £200K transformation investment, 50% improvement in time-to-market = £1M+ annual value for £10M/year delivery organisation.
50-187% faster
Time & Materials
Flexible, pay for actual time invested.
Best for uncertain scope or evolving requirements
Fixed Price Programme
Clear scope, fixed price, defined outcomes.
Best for well-defined transformation scope
Retained Advisory
Ongoing support, monthly retainer.
Best for sustained transformation over 12-24 months
ROI Expectations
Based on our client results:
Scale: Number of teams, departments, geographic distribution
Complexity: Regulated industries, legacy systems, organisational politics
Duration: Longer engagements provide better ROI per pound invested
Team Composition: Partner-led vs. consultant-led, number of embedded specialists
Scope: Strategic transformation vs. tactical delivery improvement
Engagement Models
Typical Investment Ranges
What Influences Cost?
Pilot Transformation
£75K - £150K
8-12 weeks, pilot with 1-3 teams, prove value
Best for: Testing approach before full-scale rollout
Full Transformation Programme
£150K - £500K
6-18 months, organisation-wide transformation
Best for: Fundamental change across multiple teams and departments
Transformation + Team Augmentation
Custom Pricing
Transformation expertise + delivery capacity
Best for: Need to deliver whilst transforming
Delivery and Assessment Only
£25K - £50K
2-4 weeks, diagnostic only, no implementation
Best for: Understanding what needs to change before committing to transformation
Common Questions About Delivery & Transformation
It varies, but most full transformations are 6-12 months from discovery to handoff. You'll see measurable improvement within the first 8-12 weeks (pilot phase). We're honest that sustainable transformation takes time - anyone promising "90-day transformation" is selling theatre, not real change.
No. We're certified in all the major frameworks but we're framework-agnostic. We use what fits YOUR context. Sometimes that's SAFe. Sometimes it's Scrum@Scale. Sometimes it's a custom approach. We diagnose first, prescribe second.
That's our speciality - transformation rescue. We diagnose what's salvageable, fix what's broken, and get you back on track. See our "Digital Transformation Rescue" solution page for details.
Never. Every person we bring has 10+ years of hands-on delivery experience. We don't use your transformation as a training ground for junior staff.
We start with discovery precisely to understand YOUR context. We've transformed delivery in financial services, gaming, defence, government, retail, and SaaS. Regulated industries, legacy systems, complex stakeholders - we've navigated it all. Your context informs our approach.
You have sustainable capability. We build internal coaches, establish continuous improvement mechanisms, and transition ownership gradually. The goal is to make ourselves unnecessary, not create dependency.
Absolutely. We recommend it. Pilot with 1-3 teams, prove measurable value, then decide whether to scale. Low risk, high confidence.
Yes. We often work alongside big consultancies (implementing their strategies) or with your technology partners. We're collaborative, not territorial.
Get Started with Your Transformation
Here's what happens when reach out:
Ready to Transform?
We've transformed delivery for FTSE 100 companies, fast-growing scale-ups, and critical government programmes.
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Initial Consultation (Free, 30 min): We discuss your challenges, objectives, and constraints. No pitch - just honest conversation about whether transformation is right for you and what it would take.
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Discovery Proposal: If transformation makes sense, we propose a discovery engagement. This gives you deep diagnosis before committing to full transformation.
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Discovery & Roadmap (2-4 weeks): We conduct discovery, establish baseline, and deliver a clear transformation roadmap with business case.
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Decision Point: You decide: proceed with pilot, proceed with full transformation, or pause. No obligation beyond discovery.
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Transformation Execution: If you proceed, we execute the transformation with our Adapt → Align → Accelerate methodology.
Services That Work Well With Transformation
Expert Teams & Augmentation
Need additional delivery capacity during transformation? We can provide teams while we transform.