About Us
77 Consultancy specialise in offering tailored consultancy services for joinery businesses, with a unique focus on optimising efficiency, management and productivity on the shop floor while prioritising the well-being of your workforce. This is an often-overlooked area of production management that can yield quick and sustainable benefits. With over 25 years of experience in the industry in the UK and the Middle East, manufacturing and installing kitchens, bathrooms, walk-in wardrobes and other interior cabinetry, doors, and casement and sash windows. Advice and support is offered on the management of shop floor teams as well as the wider business.
Through a personalised approach, 77 Consultancy will work closely with you to identify inefficiencies and streamline processes and reporting, helping you achieve smoother workflows and higher output. Ultimately strategies are designed to increase profitability by maximising resource utilisation, reducing waste, and ensuring that both production targets and quality standards are consistently met.
Whether you’re a small joinery business looking to scale or an established company in need of operational improvements, 77 Consultancy can help you navigate the complexities of the industry and reach your full potential. Having managed teams from 5-200 employees from various backgrounds and cultures, across high end bespoke joinery as well as production line standards, a wealth of knowledge has been gained on how to increase motivation and therefore productivity. Together, we can create a thriving, sustainable business built on strong management practices and a commitment to employee well-being.
Services are offered on a daily, weekly, monthly or one off basis, with no long term commitment. These can either be provided in person or remotely.
About Iain
Iain Openshaw
With three decades of hands on experience across all forms of joinery production and operations, but predominantly bespoke, high end items, I bring deep industry expertise and a proven track record of operational excellence.
Throughout my career I have been passionate about fostering collaborative team environments where people can thrive, while simultaneously developing innovative processes that minimise waste and maximise efficiency. My approach combines traditional values with modern operational thinking, helping businesses streamline their production workflows without compromising on quality.
As I launch my consultancy practice I’m excited to share these insights with other businesses looking to optimise their operations, build stronger teams and achieve sustainable growth in an increasingly competitive market.
Services
Consultancy
Consultancy
Support and advice for management, motivation and organisation of shop floor teams. Identify skills gaps, optimal staffing levels, programme planning, productivity and performance benchmarks and reviews.
Project Management
Project Management
Client or contractor side, full project management services available from point of order through to completion. Including, but not limited to, planning and program, production and installation management, valuations and variations, and meetings and site attendance.
Operational Support
Operational Support
Procurement and maintenance of joinery machinery, material (timber, veneer etc.) selection and supply, factory planning and processes, installation management, hardware and tooling, transport and logistics, HR and recruitment, tender and procurement services for all types of joinery - kitchens and interior joinery, windows and doors, shopfitting, exhibitions and POS.
Our Edge
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Cost Effective
Cost effective with flexible options that can alleviate other pressures on a business, such as wage bills and overheads. Services can be in person or remote via Teams/remotely.
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Tailored Solutions
Propose tailored solutions that align with your unique business needs, promoting sustainable benefits and long term success.
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Client Centric Approach
Our client-centric approach ensures that your business objectives are at the heart of everything we do, driving tangible results.
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Innovative Strategies
Innovative strategies to address the challenges of management, driving efficiency, and prioritising potential.
30+
Years of Experience
Testimonials
"Iain consistently delivered our custom joinery projects on time and within budget, seamlessly coordinating between our design team, craftsmen and clients, while maintaining the highest quality standards. His exceptional attention to detail and ability to anticipate potential issues before they arose made even the most complex bespoke installations run smoothly from concept to completion.."
Daniel O'Brien, FRICS, Development Director, Qiddiya, KSA.
I personally felt the professionalism and commitment whenever service was requested from Iain and have no hesitation to advocate his capabilities and timely supports with dedication.
Madhu Krishnan, Director, Golden Link Group, UAE
