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Our services include:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Baseline Reviews\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Conducting ‘drivers of the deficit’ style reviews to provide a clear articulation of your organization's financial position and ensure that all stakeholders understand and recognize the underlying drivers.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Opportunity Identification\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Utilizing tailored benchmarking tools and practical assessments to pinpoint areas for improvement, ensuring strategic alignment with achievable outcomes.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Forecast Preparation Support\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Assisting in the creation of organizational and system medium-term financial forecasts, offering alternatives to merely extending last year’s budget. We provide a critical friend review of prepared forecasts to enhance accuracy and reliability.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Programme Management and Governance\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Delivering robust management support for your financial improvement program, ensuring effective control and providing assurance to Boards, systems, and regulators.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Change Management  Support\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Offering assistance to colleagues impacted by change, fostering resilience and well-being throughout the transition process.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>We believe that successful change programs are those implemented with our clients. We collaborate closely with relevant financial and operational teams to ensure buy-in and maximize impact, aligning with Trust Boards to understand values and priorities, thus supporting leadership effectively.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>For more information on how Seagry can help accelerate your financial improvement ambitions, please get in touch.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>",null,[],"cmlrvo029000o78685dt5ew8a","cmlsjd1z0000413t05qhye1as",100,10,1,"2026-02-17T08:05:36.789Z","2026-04-30T09:10:48.212+00:00",{"id":52,"path":60,"filename":61,"mimeType":62,"alt":50,"folderId":63,"createdAt":64},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771409813840-5-financial.jpg","1771409813840-5-financial.jpg","image\u002Fjpeg","cmlprbljv00178mmxdf2civ9w","2026-02-18T10:16:53.841Z",{"id":53,"path":66,"filename":67,"mimeType":62,"alt":50,"folderId":68,"createdAt":69},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771449613882-0-financial-review-banner3.jpg","1771449613882-0-financial-review-banner3.jpg","cmlpramrm00018mmxay52fnlj","2026-02-18T21:20:13.885Z",[],[72,97,118,140,163,184,207,227,249,267,288,304,325,346,369],{"id":73,"slug":74,"title":75,"summary":76,"description":77,"client":78,"category":79,"tags":80,"details":83,"services":88,"engagementDate":89,"imageId":90,"sortOrder":91,"createdAt":92,"updatedAt":93,"seo":50,"image":94},"cmls38ppf001pi5wuxsxbn1ke","ii-case-study","CIP Programme Support","\u003Cp>As part of the Investigations and Interventions (I&I) programme Seagry undertook a comprehensive review of the Cost Improvement Programme (CIP)...\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>As part of the Investigations and Interventions (I&I) programme Seagry undertook a comprehensive review of the Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) programmes of the four Lincolnshire ICB organisations: United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust, and Lincolnshire ICB. This involved reviewing the effectiveness of CIPs across each organisation, identifying areas for improvement, and providing practical recommendations to support the development of the 25\u002F26 CIP plan.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Seagry also conducted a \"check and challenge\" review of the Grip and Control arrangements within three provider organisations, assessing the effectiveness of key control areas such as headcount\u002Fvacancy management, temporary staffing, and discretionary non-pay spend. This work was undertaken through a combination of desktop reviews, interviews with key executives, and attendance at key forums.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The output of this work was a brief report outlining the findings and recommendations for each organisation. It provided a clear overview of CIP programme effectiveness, identified areas for improvement, and offer practical suggestions to support the development of the 25\u002F26 CIP plan. This will lead to improved CIP programme effectiveness, enhanced governance arrangements, and increased efficiency across the four organisations.\u003C\u002Fp>","NHS Lincolnshire ICB","strategy | transformation | technology | consulting | governance",[81,82],"I&I","CIP",{"team":84,"client":85,"outcome":86,"duration":87},"2 Associates","Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board","I&I Case Study Delivered, I&I Case Study Strengthened, I&I Case Study Strengthened","2 Months",[46],"2025-03-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tc3004gbkw45c5bzk61",30,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.508Z","2026-03-09T11:11:35.073Z",{"id":90,"path":95,"filename":96,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536002-7-lincolnshireicb.png","1771420536002-7-lincolnshireicb.png",{"id":98,"slug":99,"title":100,"summary":101,"description":102,"client":103,"category":79,"tags":104,"details":107,"services":111,"engagementDate":89,"imageId":112,"sortOrder":113,"createdAt":92,"updatedAt":114,"seo":50,"image":115},"cmls38ppg001ri5wu4bwiuhto","review-of-trust-financial-plans","Financial Plan Review","NHSE North West was concerned about the draft financial plans submitted by six trusts, where the forecast deficit was in excess of the control total.  Our task was to review these plans to assess the ...","\u003Cp>NHSE North West was concerned about the draft financial plans submitted by six trusts, where the forecast deficit was in excess of the control total. Our task was to review these plans to assess the reasonableness of their assumptions and assess whether they were overly prudent. We conducted a review of each plan, examining the extent of board oversight, delivery plans, and workforce\u002Factivity finance data triangulation. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>We also investigated how the 24\u002F25 exit run rate had been calculated, considering factors such as net inflation, cost pressures, and movements in WTE and non-pay costs. Additionally, we reviewed the trusts’ CIP plans and the extent to which NHS England's efficiency analysis was incorporated. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our approach provided an independent review of each trust's financial plan. We worked collaboratively with each trust, providing constructive feedback and suggestions for enhancement. Our deliverable was a short report for each trust detailing our findings, including recommendations for improving their financial planning.\u003C\u002Fp>","NHS England North West",[105,106],"Financial Plans","NHSE North West",{"team":84,"client":108,"outcome":109,"duration":110},"NHS England","Review of Trust Financial Plans Delivered, Review of Trust Financial Plans Strengthened, Review of Trust Financial Plans Strengthened","3 Months",[46],"cmls21tbz004cbkw466j4t57z",31,"2026-03-09T11:03:57.834Z",{"id":112,"path":116,"filename":117,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420535997-5-nhsengland2.png","1771420535997-5-nhsengland2.png",{"id":119,"slug":120,"title":121,"summary":122,"description":123,"client":124,"category":79,"tags":125,"details":128,"services":131,"engagementDate":132,"imageId":133,"sortOrder":134,"createdAt":135,"updatedAt":136,"seo":50,"image":137},"cmls38pp80017i5wuc4iewpnh","strengthening-financial-planning-and-diagnostic-insight","Review of Financial Planning and Financial Diagnostic","Seagry supported Phase 1 of the NHSE Investigation & Intervention (I&I) Programme in North West London, with the aim of helping the ICB improve grip and control and ensure robust financial planning fo...","\u003Cp>Seagry supported Phase 1 of the NHSE Investigation & Intervention (I&I) Programme in North West London, with the aim of helping the ICB improve grip and control and ensure robust financial planning for 2024\u002F25. Our work focused on two primary areas: First, we undertook a governance review across the eight acute, community and mental health providers (as well as the Acute Provider Collaborative), with targeted attention on The Hillingdon Hospitals and London North West due to significant financial variances to plan. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Through document reviews and stakeholder interviews, we assessed how plans were developed, approved, and assured, and identified where processes and oversight fell short. Second, we delivered a financial diagnostic to pinpoint the factors most critical to improving North West London’s 2025\u002F26 financial position. Drawing on data analysis, workforce and productivity metrics, and local context, we co-developed a system-wide narrative that the ICB can now use to drive alignment and action.\u003C\u002Fp>","NHS North West London ICB",[126,127],"Financial Planning","Diagnostic Insight",{"team":84,"client":129,"outcome":130,"duration":87},"North West London Integrated Care Board","Financial Planning and Diagnostic Insight Delivered, Financial Planning and Reporting Strengthened, Financial Planning and Reporting Strengthened",[46],"2025-02-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tct004qbkw4kiia3ca0",21,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.501Z","2026-03-09T10:43:38.48Z",{"id":133,"path":138,"filename":139,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536028-12-nwlondon.png","1771420536028-12-nwlondon.png",{"id":141,"slug":142,"title":143,"summary":144,"description":145,"client":103,"category":79,"tags":146,"details":149,"services":154,"engagementDate":155,"imageId":156,"sortOrder":157,"createdAt":158,"updatedAt":159,"seo":50,"image":160},"cmls38ppg001ti5wulfb4bkdh","financial-governance-review-at-an-acute-trust","Financial Governance Review","We investigated the financial reporting and governance at an acute trust on behalf of NHE England. Specifically, there were concerns about \"internal\" and \"external\" positions being reported, leading t...","\u003Cp>We investigated the financial reporting and governance at an acute trust on behalf of NHE England. Specifically, there were concerns about \"internal\" and \"external\" positions being reported, leading to amendments in journal entries. This raised questions about the nature of these adjustments and whether they were excessive or inappropriate. As part of our engagement, we conducted a review of financial governance at the Trust. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our work involved reviewing Board and Finance Committee papers, minutes, and internal finance memos to understand the context and scope of any changes to the reported financial position. We held meetings with key stakeholders, including the Chair, CFO, CE, and Audit Committee members, to gain insights into decision-making processes and assess whether they were consistent with good practice. In addition, we conducted interviews with internal and external auditors to seek their perspectives on any concerns or issues raised during our review. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our findings were presented in a short report detailing the circumstances around the financial reporting, and included an assessment of the adequacy of financial governance arrangements and recommendations for improvement.\u003C\u002Fp>",[147,148],"Financial Governance","Reporting",{"team":150,"client":151,"outcome":152,"duration":153},"0 Associates","NHSE England","GREAT","TBD",[46],"2025-01-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tc1004ebkw43qzcslde",32,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.509Z","2026-03-09T11:04:33.674Z",{"id":156,"path":161,"filename":162,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536000-6-nhsengland.jpg","1771420536000-6-nhsengland.jpg",{"id":164,"slug":165,"title":75,"summary":166,"description":167,"client":168,"category":79,"tags":169,"details":172,"services":175,"engagementDate":176,"imageId":177,"sortOrder":178,"createdAt":179,"updatedAt":180,"seo":50,"image":181},"cmls38pp90019i5wui8pux512","cip-review-and-financial-strengthening-phases-1-2","Seagry played a central role in NHSE’s Investigations & Interventions (I&I) delivery programme with Nottinghamshire ICB, spanning two phases. In Phase 1, we led the CIP assessment as part of a system-...","\u003Cp>Seagry played a central role in NHSE’s Investigations & Interventions (I&I) delivery programme with Nottinghamshire ICB, spanning two phases. In Phase 1, we led the CIP assessment as part of a system-wide review across Nottinghamshire. We conducted detailed diagnostics of key providers, reviewed scheme realism, and surfaced delivery risks and systemic gaps. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Following this, Seagry was commissioned to deliver a second phase of focused work – the aim of which was to de-risk the 2024\u002F25 CIP programme. At Notts Healthcare, we led three high-impact workstreams: line-by-line non-pay budget review for Mental Health services; analysis of the Institute of Mental Health’s funding and recovery model; and review of WTE establishments across six corporate functions. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>At Sherwood Forest, we undertook a rapid review of Medical Division schemes and provided hands-on support to strengthen programme arrangements and savings targets within Pharmacy. Across both providers we integrated seamlessly with local teams, contributing to governance, highlight reporting and risk management. We shaped and delivered actionable insights, secured trust buy-in, and ensured senior stakeholders had visibility of viable in-year delivery options.\u003C\u002Fp>","NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire ICB",[170,171],"CIP Review","Financial Strengthening",{"team":84,"client":173,"outcome":174,"duration":87},"Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board","CIP Review and Financial Strengthening Delivered, Financial Strengthened, Financial Strengthened",[46],"2024-12-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tcr004obkw4f4fie7lo",22,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.502Z","2026-03-09T11:13:48.683Z",{"id":177,"path":182,"filename":183,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536020-11-nottinghamicb.png","1771420536020-11-nottinghamicb.png",{"id":185,"slug":186,"title":187,"summary":188,"description":189,"client":190,"category":79,"tags":191,"details":195,"services":198,"engagementDate":199,"imageId":200,"sortOrder":201,"createdAt":202,"updatedAt":203,"seo":50,"image":204},"cmls38pp70013i5wu2rh1yr1e","qep-assurance-and-financial-recovery-support","Financial Improvement Support","As part of the Improvement and Innovation (I&I) programme, Blackpool Teaching Hospital NHS Trust sought expert support from Seagry to strengthen its financial planning, reporting, and delivery of Qual...","\u003Cp>As part of the Improvement and Innovation (I&I) programme, Blackpool Teaching Hospital NHS Trust sought expert support from Seagry to strengthen its financial planning, reporting, and delivery of Quality, Efficiency and Productivity (QEP) initiatives. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Seagry was engaged to provide focused assurance and delivery support - particularly in relation to aligning finance and workforce plans for 2025\u002F26 with the system control total. We supported the development of realistic, phased QEP targets across divisions, revised in light of in-year performance, and prepared year-end financial forecasts. Our role also included workstream delivery support and detailed planning for the next financial year. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In parallel, we helped improve the Trust’s financial reporting cycle, identifying opportunities to streamline month-end processes and strengthening stakeholder engagement. Our work - delivered both remotely and on site - brought together specific QEP delivery support with broader programme insight, helping the Trust lay stronger foundations for recovery and future transformation.\u003C\u002Fp>","Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS FT",[192,193,194],"QEP","Financial Recovery","Strategic Advisory",{"team":84,"client":196,"outcome":197,"duration":87},"Blackpool Teaching Hospital NHS Trust","QEP Assurance and Financial Recovery Support Delivered, Financial Planning and Reporting Strengthened, QEP Delivery Support Delivered",[46],"2024-10-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21td0004ubkw4p4wcwgzp",19,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.499Z","2026-03-09T11:05:03.34Z",{"id":200,"path":205,"filename":206,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536035-14-blackpool.jpg","1771420536035-14-blackpool.jpg",{"id":208,"slug":209,"title":187,"summary":210,"description":211,"client":212,"category":79,"tags":213,"details":216,"services":219,"engagementDate":199,"imageId":220,"sortOrder":221,"createdAt":222,"updatedAt":223,"seo":50,"image":224},"cmls38pp70015i5wuinsoz7e3","efficiency-and-cost-saving-support","As part of the NHS's Investigation and Intervention (I&I) Programme, Seagry was engaged by Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support the delivery of a range of efficiency and...","\u003Cp>As part of the NHS's Investigation and Intervention (I&I) Programme, Seagry was engaged by Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support the delivery of a range of efficiency and cost-saving measures across its provider organisations. This work aimed to accelerate CIP delivery, improve financial controls, and strengthen system-wide interventions. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The team conducted a high-level review of the ICB's existing programme management and governance arrangements, delivering recommendations for improvement. We also supported the ICB’s PMO through progress reporting and developed the QIPP programme for the 2025\u002F26 financial year. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>At Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS FT, we provided tailored support for implementing financial \"firebreaks\" to control costs, focusing on non-clinical vacancies, temporary staffing, and discretionary non-pay spend. Our support extended to other system providers to ensure consistent oversight and successful delivery of these interventions. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The resulting improvements in programme management, governance, and financial controls provided the ICB and Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS FT with greater clarity and focus, enabling them to achieve their financial targets and improve operational performance across the system.\u003C\u002Fp>","NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB",[214,215,194],"Efficiency","Cost-Saving",{"team":84,"client":217,"outcome":218,"duration":87},"Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board","Efficiency and Cost-Saving Support Delivered, Financial Controls Strengthened, System-wide Interventions Delivered",[46],"cmls21tcy004sbkw4b8v03eut",20,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.5Z","2026-03-09T10:47:24.31Z",{"id":220,"path":225,"filename":226,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536030-13-lancashireicb.png","1771420536030-13-lancashireicb.png",{"id":228,"slug":229,"title":230,"summary":231,"description":232,"client":233,"category":79,"tags":234,"details":237,"services":241,"engagementDate":242,"imageId":243,"sortOrder":244,"createdAt":158,"updatedAt":245,"seo":50,"image":246},"cmls38pph001vi5wuh837mzxl","productivity-tool-case-study","Development of a Productivity Tool","Seagry developed a productivity tool for Nottingham University Hospitals which allows it to monitor the productivity of its individual sites, divisions and specialties, both comparing to pre-pandemic ...","\u003Cp>Seagry developed a productivity tool for Nottingham University Hospitals which allows it to monitor the productivity of its individual sites, divisions and specialties, both comparing to pre-pandemic levels, and tracking on a monthly basis over time.  It provides an alternative to benchmarking as a route to identify areas for savings, and being based on the Trust’s own data, avoids the challenge of “we’re different” which often occurs with benchmarking. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The tool uses the trust’s ledger, SLAM and PLICS data to provide specialty by specialty analysis of changes in productivity over time.  This can then be aggregated by service, site, division, and for the trust as a whole, both to help explain productivity changes, informing discussions with commissioners and NHS England, and to identify particular areas for productivity improvement.  \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It provides a more accurate and useful figure than the one provided by NHS England (which is based on only a part of the Trust’s overall cost base, and cannot be disaggregated by service).\u003C\u002Fp>","Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust",[235,236],"Productivity Tool","Business Intelligence",{"team":238,"client":239,"outcome":240,"duration":110},"3 Associates","Nottingham University Hospitals","Productivity Tool Case Study Delivered, Productivity Tool Case Study Strengthened, Productivity Tool Case Study Strengthened",[46],"2024-09-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tbw004abkw4tgx7d4vq",33,"2026-03-09T11:14:08.275Z",{"id":243,"path":247,"filename":248,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420535993-4-nottinghamuni.png","1771420535993-4-nottinghamuni.png",{"id":250,"slug":251,"title":75,"summary":252,"description":253,"client":254,"category":79,"tags":255,"details":258,"services":261,"engagementDate":262,"imageId":177,"sortOrder":263,"createdAt":264,"updatedAt":265,"seo":50,"image":266},"cmls38pp60011i5wuam2djtu6","supporting-system-wide-cost-improvement-planning","As part of NHSE’s Investigation and Intervention (I&I) programme, Seagry was engaged to lead the review and strengthening of cost improvement planning for Black Country ICB.","\u003Cp>As part of NHSE’s Investigation and Intervention (I&I) programme, Seagry was engaged to lead the review and strengthening of cost improvement planning for Black Country ICB. We took full ownership of the assessment, drawing on our experience to stress-test financial plans and challenge the robustness of provider and system-level CIPs. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our team undertook sample checks on material schemes to understand implementation realism, risk assessment processes, resource requirements, and overall delivery risk. Our analysis identified structural weaknesses across the CIP portfolio highlighting delivery gaps and quantifying risk exposure as well as identifying opportunities to improve grip and control and strengthen the 2024\u002F25 position. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our outputs were actively shaped through engagement with key client forums, ensuring clear acceptance of recommendations and alignment with system priorities.\u003C\u002Fp>","NHS Black Country ICB",[256,257,194],"System Working","Cost Improvement Planning",{"team":84,"client":259,"outcome":260,"duration":87},"Nottinghamshire and Black Country ICBs","System-wide Cost Improvement Planning Delivered, Cost Improvement Planning Reviewed, Cost Improvement Planning Strengthened",[46],"2024-08-01T00:00:00Z",18,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.498Z","2026-03-09T10:50:06.966Z",{"id":177,"path":182,"filename":183,"alt":50},{"id":268,"slug":269,"title":270,"summary":271,"description":272,"client":273,"category":79,"tags":274,"details":276,"services":279,"engagementDate":280,"imageId":281,"sortOrder":282,"createdAt":283,"updatedAt":284,"seo":50,"image":285},"cmls38pph001xi5wu5fm1hizc","financial-forecasting-improvement","Financial Forecasting Improvement","Seagry supported Oxford University Hospitals improve its financial forecasting in particular in relation to cash, through producing a forecasting tool, using it to develop a realistic forecast, and re...","\u003Cp>Seagry supported Oxford University Hospitals improve its financial forecasting in particular in relation to cash, through producing a forecasting tool, using it to develop a realistic forecast, and reviewing its internal processes. This was in response to a requirement for improved forecasting given the Trust’s tightening financial position. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our work included reviewing existing tools for cash forecasting and developing a new two-year cash forecasting model, which was handed over to the Trust team. We reviewed processes within the finance team and made recommendations for improvement, which were then followed up nine months later to assess progress in their implementation. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>We also identified opportunities for improving the financial position and determined both the cash and associated income and expenditure (I&E) impact. Additionally, we populated the forecasting tool on behalf of the Trust, based on discussions with the finance team. As a result of our work, there were improvements in the financial management process at the Trust, and greater confidence in the forecast cash position.\u003C\u002Fp>","Oxford University Hospitals",[275,236],"Financial Forecasting",{"team":238,"client":277,"outcome":278,"duration":87},"Oxford University Hospitals NHS FT","Financial Forecasting Improvement Delivered, Financial Forecasting Improvement Strengthened, Financial Forecasting Improvement Strengthened",[46],"2024-06-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tbs0048bkw4gt60eqfc",34,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.51Z","2026-03-09T11:14:25.132Z",{"id":281,"path":286,"filename":287,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420535988-3-oxford.png","1771420535988-3-oxford.png",{"id":289,"slug":290,"title":230,"summary":291,"description":292,"client":293,"category":79,"tags":294,"details":295,"services":296,"engagementDate":297,"imageId":298,"sortOrder":299,"createdAt":283,"updatedAt":300,"seo":50,"image":301},"cmls38ppi001zi5wu4dea3lgo","productivity-tool-case-study-2","Seagry developed a productivity tool for Royal Free London NHS FT which allows it to monitor the productivity of its individual sites, divisions and specialties, both comparing to pre-pandemic levels,...","\u003Cp>Seagry developed a productivity tool for Royal Free London NHS FT which allows it to monitor the productivity of its individual sites, divisions and specialties, both comparing to pre-pandemic levels, and tracking on a monthly basis over time.  It provides an alternative to benchmarking as a route to identify areas for savings, and being based on the Trust’s own data, avoids the challenge of “we’re different” which often occurs with benchmarking. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The tool uses the trust’s ledger, SLAM and PLICS data to provide specialty by specialty analysis of changes in productivity over time.  This can then be aggregated by service, site, division, and for the trust as a whole, both to help explain productivity changes, informing discussions with commissioners and NHS England, and to identify particular areas for productivity improvement.  It provides a more accurate and useful figure than the one provided by NHS England (which is based on only a part of the Trust’s overall cost base, and cannot be disaggregated by service).\u003C\u002Fp>","Royal Free London NHS FT",[235,236],{"team":150,"client":293,"outcome":152,"duration":153},[46],"2024-04-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tbn0046bkw4us8wp3ri",35,"2026-03-09T11:14:32.581Z",{"id":298,"path":302,"filename":303,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420535985-2-royalfree.png","1771420535985-2-royalfree.png",{"id":305,"slug":306,"title":307,"summary":308,"description":309,"client":310,"category":79,"tags":311,"details":313,"services":316,"engagementDate":317,"imageId":318,"sortOrder":319,"createdAt":320,"updatedAt":321,"seo":50,"image":322},"cmls38ppd001ji5wup4bg5sdg","financial-improvement","Financial Improvement","Seagry supported Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (a c.£100m turnover contractual joint venture between five acute NHS FTs\u002FTrusts) to develop and deliver plans for financial sustainability.  Th...","\u003Cp>Seagry supported Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (a c.£100m turnover contractual joint venture between five acute NHS FTs\u002FTrusts) to develop and deliver plans for financial sustainability. The service was facing financial challenges as a result of increasing volume of activity and increasing costs. Our work included: \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Working with management to develop an annual plan which could be accepted by its five partner Trusts\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Reviewing and proposing amendments to the controls framework and working with management to identify immediate cost savings\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Reviewing the service’s CIP plans and associated governance arrangements, as well as benefits realisation from past business cases\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Producing a recovery action plan\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Developing a high level plan to move to an activity-based funding model, to ensure future financial stability. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr 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Month",[46],"2023-07-01T00:00:00Z","cmls21tcb004kbkw46g00jrvd",27,"2026-02-18T13:48:57.506Z","2026-02-18T13:59:48.54Z",{"id":318,"path":323,"filename":324,"alt":50},"\u002Fapi\u002Fuploads\u002F1771420536008-9-berkshirepathology.png","1771420536008-9-berkshirepathology.png",{"id":326,"slug":327,"title":328,"summary":329,"description":330,"client":331,"category":79,"tags":332,"details":335,"services":337,"engagementDate":338,"imageId":339,"sortOrder":340,"createdAt":341,"updatedAt":342,"seo":50,"image":343},"cmls38poz000ni5wu7ai4oyqf","demand-capacity-model-development","Demand & Capacity Model Development","Seagry developed a demand and capacity model for NSFT which allows the Trust to forecast demand by patient type on a monthly basis, match that demand to the relevant type of capacity, and thereby proj...","\u003Cp>Seagry developed a demand and capacity model for NSFT which allows the Trust to forecast demand by patient type on a monthly basis, match that demand to the relevant type of capacity, and thereby project the short and medium term potential for Out of Area Placements. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The bespoke model is designed to accommodate NSFT’s data sets so that it can be updated for the most recent referral and admission data, and employs a flexible set of parameters which take account of conversion rates and length of stay for each specialty, gender and ICS, as well as existing number and types of beds. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The model has the functionality for these parameters to be updated on an ongoing basis to allow for changes in operational reality, and therefor provides the Trust with a powerful operational planning tool.\u003C\u002Fp>","Norfolk and Suffolk NHS FT",[333,334],"Demand & Capacity Model","Mental Health",{"team":84,"client":331,"outcome":336,"duration":87},"Demand & Capacity Model Delivered, Out of Area 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partners in the development of transformation plans designed to deliver on the objectives of the Long Term Plan, as well as supporting the finance function to provide high quality information and analysis to the Trust Board and the wider organisation. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>“Michael has made a outstanding contribution during his time with us, providing excellent leadership for YDH’s finance team, supporting our Board to develop the Trust’s short and medium Term strategy, and helping the Trust to collaborate effectively with our system partners. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Michael made an immediate impact on arrival, successfully landing the year end process and our Annual Plan submission, then improving the effectiveness of the Trust’s monthly financial reporting, as well as effectively engaging with our system partners and regulators. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Michael’s ability to contribute is based on his significant experience and technical expertise, but it is the combination of his ability to think strategically and his engaging style which has made him an invaluable member of the team”\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Jonathan Higman, Chief Executive, Yeovil District Hospital NHS FT\u003C\u002Fp>","Yeovil District Hospital NHS FT","Strategy  |  Finance",[355,356],"Strategy","Financial improvement",{"team":358,"client":352,"outcome":359,"duration":315},"1 Associate","Financial and Strategic Advisory Services Delivered, Financial Position 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patient care and drive financial performance. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our support included an assessment of the Trust’s current CIP programme, and a review of the organisation’s PMO, in order to identify measures which will allow the Trust to improve its grip on operational and financial performance. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Our review and recommendations have led the Trust to initiate significant changes to its approach to CIP delivery, the structure of its PMO, and the manner in which the performance of its improvement programmes are reported to the Trust Board.\u003C\u002Fp>","Great Western Hospitals NHS FT",[376,377],"Productivity Improvement","Transformation",{"team":84,"client":374,"outcome":379,"duration":87},"Productivity Improvement Programmes 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