Burgis and Bullock – FD Fusion: Unlocking Productivity for UK SMEs Through Financial Leadership
In an exciting collaboration, VFD, Burgis & Bullock and a select group of outstanding Finance Directors / CFOs launched FD Fusion, a new initiative aimed at boosting productivity and growth within the technology, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. This event brought together part-time and fractional Finance Directors (FDs), practice accountants, and industry experts, including representatives from The Technology Supply Chain (TSC), to address the pressing need for better financial management and strategic leadership.
Overcoming Key Challenges for UK SMEs
UK businesses in manufacturing, engineering, and technology are struggling with several key challenges, including productivity, stock control, and real-time financial reporting. ERP Systems like Sage 200 are widely used but require expert handling to unlock their full potential. Sage 200’s powerful modules for resource planning, stock management, and traceability are essential for businesses looking to scale efficiently, yet they often companies searching for better ways to create Management Information and insights from the financial data they contain.
VFD’s platform complements ERP systems, including Sage 200 by providing advanced real-time financial analysis, planning, forecasting and reporting, which helps businesses reporting to gain a clearer, more strategic view of their entire operations.
Gaye Prime of VFD Pro, outlined the benefits this will bring:
“VFD in the hands of experienced finance professionals provides the key to unlocking productivity for UK businesses. This initiative bridges the gap between accountancy and finance leadership, offering SMEs the opportunity to thrive through better financial oversight and strategic decision-making”.
Technology Supply Chain
The Technology Supply Chain plays a crucial role in helping businesses innovate and grow through grants and strategic alliances. Their expertise in connecting companies with key resources aligns perfectly with the goals of FD Fusion. By participating in this initiative, TSC sees a huge potential for improving productivity and efficiency across all sectors, including manufacturing and technology.
In the words of Jeff Caddick: “FD Fusion provides the perfect opportunity for businesses to access high-level financial expertise and improve their strategic decision-making. This collaboration aligns with our mission to help manufacturing and technology businesses grow through innovation and funding opportunities.”
VFD and Sage 200: A Powerful Combination
At the heart of this initiative is the use of VFD’s financial management platform in conjunction with ERP Systems such as Sage 200. ERP software helps businesses manage core operations, while VFD’s tools allow FDs to extract real-time insights and identify opportunities for improvement in areas such as cash flow, inventory control, and financial forecasting. This combination offers businesses the strategic advantage they need to scale effectively.
Sean Farnell, Partner at Burgis & Bullock, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative:
“We are genuinely excited to have the opportunity to work with such a fantastic cohort of finance professionals and partners, and I am looking forward to making a difference to the wider business community.”
What Next?
If your business operates in the technology, engineering, or manufacturing sectors and you are looking to accelerate growth, the FD Fusion initiative is your opportunity to access exceptional financial expertise and know-how. Get in touch with us today to discover how this collaboration can unlock your business’s potential.