Operations Management & Investigations
Helping retailers strengthen operational performance through independent assessments, thorough investigations, and practical solutions that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and support sustainable business growth.
Service Overview
Our Operations Management & Investigations service helps retailers identify operational challenges, uncover the root causes of business performance issues, and implement practical solutions that improve efficiency, accountability, and profitability.
Whether you're experiencing stock losses, operational inconsistencies, declining sales, policy breaches, or customer service concerns, deSigniture conducts independent assessments and investigations to provide objective findings and actionable recommendations. We work with business owners and leadership teams to strengthen operational controls, improve compliance, and build high-performing retail environments.
Includes
Retail operations assessments
Operational risk identification
Process and workflow analysis
Policy and procedure compliance reviews
Internal operational investigations
Stock loss and shrinkage investigations
Cash handling and transactional reviews
Inventory control assessments
Staff interviews and fact-finding
Customer service evaluations
Operational compliance audits
Root cause analysis
Performance improvement recommendations
Corrective action planning
Deliverables
Operations Assessment Report
Investigation Findings Report
Root Cause Analysis
Risk Assessment
Process Improvement Recommendations
Corrective Action Plan
Compliance Review
Executive Management Presentation
Implementation Roadmap
Follow-up Review
Ideal For
Luxury Retailers
Fashion & Apparel Stores
Shopping Centres
Multi-store Retail Operations
Franchise Businesses
Duty-Free Retail
Independent Retailers
Warehouses & Distribution Centres
Retail Groups
Business Owners requiring independent operational reviews
Pricing
Package | Price |
Operational Health Check | From R8,500 |
Retail Operations Assessment | From R15,000 |
Operational Investigation | From R20,000 |
Multi-Store Operational Review | Custom Quote |
Monthly Operations Management Retainer | From R18,000 per month |
Optional Enhancements
Mystery Shopping Programme
Loss Prevention Audit
SOP Development & Review
Store Compliance Audits
Leadership Coaching
Inventory Control Review
Cash Handling Audit
Operational KPI Dashboard
Store Recovery Programme
Staff Performance Assessments
Retail Risk Management Plan
Ongoing Operational Advisory

