Magna Housing's Operational Overhaul

Cost Category: Mobiles, Insurance, Fuel Cards

In the dynamic field of housing management, Magna Housing faced certain operational inefficiencies across multiple cost categories. Recognising the need for transformative change, Magna Housing partnered with ERA Group to overhaul their insurance, fuel card systems, and mobile communications.

The Challenge

Magna Housing had recently appointed a new Finance Director who, upon taking the role, found an significant number of tasks that needed addressing. Initially hesitant due to the workload, the Finance Director agreed to engage in strategic consultations after being offered preliminary analyses free of charge. The primary objective was to identify critical internal areas requiring immediate attention and improvement, particularly in operational efficiency and procurement cost management. The client aimed to optimise these areas without overburdening the new executive team, which was still in the early stages of its formation.

The engagement began with an offer from Chris Foster, representing ERA Group, to conduct an initial analysis to pinpoint focus areas. This proactive approach facilitated a partnership wherein ERA was entrusted with data to conduct a detailed analysis. The findings were compelling enough that the Finance Director requested the information be presented to the Executive board.

Chris Foster presented the board with insights that highlighted several areas needing internal review. The analysis also uncovered opportunities for ERA to assist further. As a result, ERA examined three key operational categories over three years: insurance, fuel cards, and mobile phones.

Magna Housing Case Study

In the dynamic field of housing management, Magna Housing faced certain operational inefficiencies across multiple cost categories. Recognising the need for transformative change, Magna Housing partnered with ERA Group to overhaul their insurance, fuel card systems, and mobile communications.