Mastering Outsourcing: Strategic Industrial Wastewater Treatment Solutions for Global Manufacturing
Working with a global multinational to understand the implications of outsourcing industrial wastewater treatment.
Water shortages can limit production, disrupt supply chains and harm corporate reputations. Safeguarding water and ensuring its availability in sufficient quantity and quality is vital to business.
A global multinational consumer brand could implement Design-Build-Own-Operate-Maintain (DBOOM) wastewater treatment contracts at a substantial number of manufacturing sites globally.
An initial site considering this contract type was a hygiene products factory facing water shortages. The customer wanted to learn from others as this would be a long-term, potentially irreversible commitment. They sought Isle’s expertise to undertake a study intended to mitigate these commercial risks.
The project objective was to learn from real case studies and provide answers. The company wanted to understand the typical contracting arrangements, and the biggest mistakes companies make entering into these agreements.
Isle’s team gained industry insights through targeted interviews with key stakeholders. We considered both an engineering and financial perspective, including contractors and industrial end-users. We provided strategic conclusions and actionable recommendations for the customer on DBOOM or comparable contracts. The study has proved a powerful tool across the company’s global operations as they make important decisions on improving their water conservation efforts.
Benefits of Approach/Innovation
- Risk Mitigation: The study identified and assessed key contractual risks, enhancing decision making.
- Strategic Knowledge: Provided insights from industrial end-users which informed the customer’s approach to DBOOM contracts.
- Operational Readiness: Prepared the company for long-term commitments by providing insights on industrial outsourced services.
Specialist Services Involved:
- Market Understanding: Produced a market understanding study through interviews and analysis with industry experts.
- Contract Analysis: Delivered a SWOT analysis of outsourcing contracts to pinpoint strengths, opportunities and weaknesses.
Outcomes:
- Informed Decision Making: The customer now strategically approaches DBOOM contracts, armed with comprehensive industry insight.
- Enhanced Sustainability Practices: The study supports the company’s sustainability goals including those related to critical water conservation.
Key Contacts:
For enquiries and further information, please contact Carles Crespo, Global Director of Industry at Isle Utilities.