2025 Best Practice Guide
Raising Standards

Strategy Analyst Modules

Understanding the benefits of working at a strategic level. These webinars are designed to help everyone in analytical roles become a more active contributor to their organisation’s strategy, to gain a place at the top table.

2025 Awards Case Study: Curiosity, collaboration, and patience

Understanding how agencies worked was the first step. The team mapped out every process, built tools to track efficiency, and helped direct £1m in smart investments. It wasn’t always easy—some were sceptical. By listening, showing value, and collaborating, they made agency operations smoother and more effective.

2025 Awards Case Study: Enabling a seamless CRM transformation

Rolling out a new system for 500 people in one go? No easy task. The training team at Loop made it happen, despite constant updates and delays. They upskilled trainers, adapted quickly, and kept operations running. The result? A smooth launch, better service, and a training team that’s stronger than ever.

2025 Awards Case Study: Small changes, big impact

The Leeds Building Society Planning Team proved that small tweaks can make a big difference. They automated break management, saving time for everyone. They also made planning more transparent, boosting engagement. The result? Fewer disruptions,and happier staff. Sometimes, the best solutions are the simplest.

2025 Awards Case Study: Unlocking the power of data

This team didn’t just collect data—they made it useful. In one year, they saved clients over £200,000 and helped HGS cut £25,000 in penalties. By analysing call trends, they fixed service issues before they grew. They’re proving that good data isn’t just numbers—it’s a way to improve everything.

2025 Awards Case Study: A story of precision and progress

Planning at Firstsource used to be unreliable. The team changed that. They improved forecasting accuracy by up to 15%, cut response times, and built a structured database to speed up decisions. It wasn’t always easy – getting the right data was a struggle. But now, their insights shape business decisions every day.

2025 Awards Case Study: A story of transformation

Two years ago, there was no back-office planning at eBay. The team built everything from the ground up. They created forecasts, reports, and a planning model that serves 75 different teams. Their secret? Start small, listen to feedback, and adjust. Now, instead of firefighting, they can plan ahead with confidence.

2025 Awards Case Study: A transformation built on data and trust

Customers were frustrated. Engineers were stretched. The planning system wasn’t working. The team rebuilt it from the ground up, using real-time data to forecast demand. They cut last-minute cancellations and even introduced same-day service. Most importantly, they earned trust—both from engineers and customers—by delivering what they promised.

2025 Awards Case Study: Bringing data to life

The Aviva Insight Team turned messy data into clear, useful reports. They automated tasks, cutting out 376 working days a year. By centralising reporting, they gave teams confidence in their numbers. Their quick thinking even fixed a financial error before it became costly. Now, data drives decisions, not guesswork.

2025 Awards Case Study: Driving real change

The Aldermore team knew things had to change. Service levels were poor, and staff were overwhelmed. Instead of patching up problems, they tackled the root causes. Breaking down silos and using data to drive decisions, they improved efficiency, saved £7m, and boosted engagement. The real win? A lasting culture shift.

20 Transformational Innovations Changing the Future of Work

Originally broadcast Tuesday 17th June 2025, 12:00

Celebrating the 20 finalists from this year’s Innovation & Transformation awards. Trailblazers who are redefining workforce planning, customer experience, and operational excellence. From AI to culture change, these organisations are proving that bold thinking drives real-world results.

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