Deecon established and operated a robust Commercial Assurance Function for G.Network, implementing best-practice processes, automating key commercial activities, and delivering ~£850k in savings.

Deecon were engaged by Aquamain UK Ltd to support on four key workstreams related to their commercial function:

• Contract Management and establishment of a Commercial Function

• Debt Resolution

• Building Final Accounts

• Supplier Spend Optimisation

The project aimed to strengthen Aquamain’s commercial capabilities and supplier management as they transitioned from a sole water self-lay provider (SLP) to a multi-utilites (MU) provider.

Deecon delivered a strategic procurement programme for Whitbread PLC to secure contractors for the refurbishment of Premier Inn hotel rooms. This resulted in the appointment of an additional refurbishment contractor and a multi-million pound annual reduction against existing rates. The process enhanced spend visibility, improved rebate terms, and equipped Whitbread with a reusable best-practice procurement toolkit. 

Deecon partnered with Brent, Wandsworth and Westminster (BWW) Mind to streamline their Merger Programme by implementing a tailored PMO solution and supporting the change management process. The initiative led to the successful adoption of Monday.com, enabling the client to monitor key merger activities and deliver the programme with greater efficiency and transparency.

Deecon were engaged by DELTEQ / COMTEQ to lead their Investment Partner Strategy. This process included defining the investment case and strategy, researching potential investors, and completing due diligence on investment options to find the optimal target investors.

Deecon delivered targeted commercial management support to UK Power Networks’ Capital Programme and Procurement function, driving cost control, process optimisation, and robust contract management across multiple live projects.

Deecon partnered with CityFibre to deliver a targeted commercial support programme, driving enhanced cost recovery, robust governance, and streamlined reconciliation processes. The engagement resulted in improved data integrity, stakeholder accountability, and operational efficiency across CityFibre’s cost recovery and measure reconciliation of the delta.

Deecon were engaged by SGN to onboard additional Contractors for mains replacement works and conduct an opportunity assessment within the Procurement and Supply Chain Function. The team identified 36 recommendations.

Deecon were engaged by Antin Infrastructure Partners to undertake an evaluation of SNRG’s processes. A three-workstream approach was adopted to conduct the task: Process Review, Supply Chain Analysis and Systems Validation.

Deecon were engaged to understand whether ProScope was the right fit for Avove’s commercial and operational requirements. Through stakeholder engagements, system reviews, and technical workshops, Deecon produced a Final Recommendation Report. This included quick-wins and longer-term strategic recommendations.

Deecon were engaged by Community Fibre to conduct an accelerated procurement programme. The objective of the programme was to source new Build Partners as part of its supply chain, to double Community Fibre’s overall build capacity by Q4 2023.

Deecon were engaged to help CityFibre’s Centre of Excellence Department set up, manage, and report on the 36 recommendations which arose as a result of Deecon’s Supply Chain Insight Project in 2021.

Instalcom engaged Deecon to build a bespoke commercial tool to speed up the CVR consolidation process. Deecon reviewed Instalcom’s current state and identified areas of inefficiency. The team subsequently designed, built, and implemented a bespoke system on Monday.com.

Deecon were engaged by JSM to deliver four key functions. This included conducting an operational review to better understand where efficiencies could be unlocked. A contractual review to define the terms of the contract, a systems review in order to determine the suitability of the systems, and a review of JSM’s commercial performance.

After the completion of works RIS had incurred significant costs over and above the contract value, due to in-life variations and extensions of time. RIS engaged Deecon to support the cost recovery process. By driving the process forward, RIS with the support of Deecon, were able to successfully close the matters in dispute at Mediation.

Deecon was engaged by Associated British Ports (ABP) to manage the end-to-end procurement of their largest national framework agreement for a projected spend of £400M+ over 5 years.  This framework required suitable suppliers to design and construct various industrial buildings across all ABP ports in 5 regions of the UK.

Thames Water is delivering the sector’s largest capital infrastructure renewal programme (circa £4bn every AMP). Deecon supported Thames Water across multiple projects within the programme, including Commercial Close Out, Procurement and BAU. Deecon unlocked significant cost savings, and operational efficiencies for Thames Water.

Deecon were engaged to assist the procurement process for Bristol Water’s Asset Management Plan 7 (AMP7) Network Maintenance contract. Bristol Water were seeking to deliver sustainable cost savings whilst meeting regulatory targets.

Deecon were engaged to support Ancala Water Services (AWS) in procuring their supply chain to deliver water and wastewater services to over 1,100 MoD sites throughout England and Wales.

Deecon supported Hyperoptic’s Hyperzone roll-out programme to build fibre to the home. Deecon led a successful tender process from initial strategy through to award, including identifying potential suppliers, collating and developing tender documentation and the execution of down selection and award.