Brent Cranmer Fractional CXO Blog

For many businesses, operational challenges are seen as an unavoidable part of the day-to-day grind. They are a source of frustration and a roadblock to

For decades, the roles of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer have been viewed as distinct and separate, each with their own metrics and

The world has become a “roller coaster” of rapid technological advancements and fluctuating trade policies. For businesses, this volatility has rendered the traditional, static supply

Operational excellence is about more than just machines and processes; it’s about people. A COO can implement all the lean manufacturing principles in the world,

For any merger or acquisition to be a true success, the financial transaction is only the first step. The real test lies in the post-merger

For many businesses, particularly in manufacturing and distribution, inventory problems are the silent killer of profitability. They can lead to a host of financial issues,

For decades, the standard for financial planning was a simple, static annual budget. This “fixed plan” was based on a predictable market and a stable

For too long, the roles of CFO and COO have been seen as separate and distinct. The CFO handles the numbers, and the COO handles