Pre- vs Post-Transformation Metrics at Global MRO Group
Navigating Crisis with Precision: How INTERIM Drove $5M in Savings and Transformation During COVID
When the pandemic disrupted global markets in 2020, a leading Global MRO Group turned to INTERIM CEO Business Advisors to stabilize operations, protect profitability, and prepare for long-term growth. The result A strategic transformation that delivered over $5 million in savings, eliminated overdue programs, and improved delivery performance without compromising quality or core operations.
The Challenge
This FAR145 certified Aerospace repair station and distribution group also serving industries ranging from Oil & Gas to Power, faced urgent needs for cost containment and enhanced operational efficiency. To prevent financial distress and build long-term resilience, multiple business units (certified by the FAA, CAA, and EASA) required strategic alignment and organizational restructuring.
The Response: Tactical & Financial Transformation in 9 Months
INTERIM delivered an aggressive yet calculated transformation program that included:- 40% payroll & expense reduction while maintaining profitability
- Over $5M in annualized savings
- Elimination of all key customer overdues
- 100% On-Time Deliveries
- 95% reduction in overtime
- 60% reduction in Final Inspection time
- Sale of non-performing business unit
- Designed an operational management system with planning, scheduling, and WIP metrics
- Implemented margin-based quoting and renegotiated low-margin contracts
- Eliminated late delivery penalties entirely
- Defined roles and accountability through clear organizational restructuring
“What could have been a financial crisis became an opportunity for disciplined scaling, smarter quoting, and precision delivery.”
Lasting Value, Not Temporary Fixes
By equipping the MRO Group with data-driven decision tools and measurable KPIs, INTERIM ensured that cost cuts were sustainable and strategic- not just reactionary. The team’s ability to “Get their hands dirty” helped bridge gaps across leadership, operations, and finance.
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