Testimonials
Valeo Foods UK/Rowse Honey Limited
We engaged with Brendan (from Zest) to support us with the implementation of a new ERP system. Brendan was instrumental in the configuration of the mobile solution, and also played an important role in the wider supply chain area.
We were very impressed with Brendan’s in-depth knowledge of the product. As a former user of the system, he was able to give us excellent real world examples of solutions to problems, and helped us understand how to best leverage the technology in our own organisation.
Brendan is friendly, approachable and did a great job of fitting into the team. He played a significant role in what turned out to be a very successful go-live, and we wouldn’t hesitate to use his services again in future.
Toby Atkins (IFS Project Manager and IT Manager at Valeo Foods UK)
WB Chambers Farms Ltd and WBC Imports Ltd
We approached Zest to help us launch a new fresh fruit imports business which was required to operate 24/7, 364 days of the year. Zest was engaged to create, design and visualise all the business processes associated with the new set-up and once these were approved, to provide further support in helping to work with our in-house resource to implement the recommended activity and monitor all outcomes.
We were impressed with the efficiency and clear breadth of knowledge of the Zest team and their ability to quickly put in place protocols which enabled us to have a clearer visibility of the required processes and to standardise practice across the business. With these strategies in place we have full control of the anticipated growth of the company with the added confidence that we have a sustainable business plan capable of withstanding future challenges.
We view Zest less as consultants and more as part of our own team. Their ability to get on so well with staff at every level and to genuinely understand all aspects of the business because of their own vast experience in the sector is at the heart of the success of this project.
United Fruit Growers
Zest was appointed to help us review our current operating model and systems. Post this review we were keen to access Zest’s significant supply chain expertise to identify, implement and maintain new value-added import services that covered air and sea freight. The team worked effortlessly with staff at all levels as well as with key stakeholders to deliver a range of recommendations designed to maximise the company’s efficiency and profitability in relation to air and sea fright operations. By adhering to the guidance provided by Zest we now have far better control of our value chain, reduced admin and we have achieved a 20% reduction in supply chain cycle time. We will have absolutely no hesitation in using the team again whenever we require further support and advice.
D & M Gedney
I engaged the services of Zest for what was initially intended to be a short period to help me implement new systems and processes within my business. It soon became apparent to me that their experience and flexibility could be used across many aspects of my business and I now use them on a long term basis.
Their expertise and interpersonal skills prove invaluable and they are my most efficient route to achieving successful conclusions to projects. I would thoroughly recommend them as advisers and implementers of systems, best practice and friendly advice.