The Leicestershire Building Control Partnership required a clear and evidence-based business case document to offer decision-makers insight into the advantages of implementing a shared service throughout Leicestershire.

 

The solution

Our team was tasked to create a comprehensive business case for the Leicestershire Building Control Partnership, to guide them towards a formal shared service model. Additionally, we developed a detailed business case document.

Initially comprised of five local authorities, the partnership welcomed a sixth member during the business case development phase. Our approach had to consider the diverse needs of stakeholders, financial projections, non-financial benefits, and potential risks and challenges.

 

The result

Following the successful approval of the business case, it underwent a thorough review by all council cabinets for final approval, leading to the official launch of the new shared service on 1st April, 2022.

David Atkinson, Director of Planning and Regeneration, Leicestershire Building Control, said: “Graham provided an excellent service to build the business case, which helped us as a council create a new shared service across Leicestershire. He came with the required skills to write a comprehensive business case along with an excellent knowledge of local government and the building control service.”