Andy Walker

Partner and COO

Andy Walker

"Establishing both dissatisfaction of the status quo and a compelling vision of the future is key to implementing change without being paralyzed by resistance."

Andy Walker has over 25 years of experience in a diverse range of business disciplines. With a background in finance, demand, and supply chain management, he has delivered substantial gains for clients in efficiency, cost reduction, and customer service.

As an Oliver Wight Partner, Andy works across a wide range of industry sectors including sportswear, fashion, brewing, energy, defense, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, service, retail, and CPG. Andy provides education and coaching in Integrated Business Planning and Class A best practice to help organizations redesign business processes and drive sustainable improvements; enhancing customer service, increasing factory efficiency, optimizing inventory, and reducing costs.

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Ausblick ins Ungewisse

Lässt sich in diesem Umfeld verlässlich vorhersagen, wie das Geschäft in zwei oder drei Jahren aussieht? Diese Prognose ist schwieriger, aber auch wichtiger denn je. Ein robuster Integrierter Unternehmensplanungsprozess (Integrated Business Planning Proce

Is unobtainium the world’s new precious commodity?

Doom-mongering headlines dominate, but they don’t tell the whole story – wealth inequality is growing, so aiming for either the higher or lower end of the market is strategically smart.

Lack of available medicines hints at ‘broken Britain’ – organizations must plan accordingly

While the UK government may play down supply-chain issues the reality is the short- and long-term health of businesses will suffer without alternative plans in place.

Misguided regulation will do more environmental – and economical – damage than good

Of course, the UK government must act quickly to combat climate change, but ill-thought-through schemes risk being counter-productive, effectively heaping pressure on businesses and consumers.

Coronavirus: Can you plan for a pandemic?

Andy Walker looks at how IBP can help businesses prepare for unexpected events like coronavirus.

Navigating the AI transition: why change management is business-critical

Evolve or die are the options in this age of digital Darwinism, and recent technological advancements have forced organizations to act, but it’s vital to not forget those caught in the messy middle.

Blockchain and the Supply Chain

We've all heard it's the next big thing, but what exactly is blockchain and is it really going to revolutionise the supply chain? Oliver Wight Partner, Andy Walker, explains all.

3 ways Integrated Business Planning helps organizations to manage uncertainty

By Oliver Wight Partner, Andy Walker and Oracle EMEA Strategy Director, Jaime Marijuán Castro.

Meet the Team – Andrew Walker

Oliver Wight Partner, Andy Walker shares a fact people would be surprised to know about him. Read more here.

What is scenario planning and why is it so important?

It has certainly been an interesting time to be alive! Whilst we have all become used to change being the norm, the amount of change that has occurred over the last 18 months goes well beyond any type of ‘norm’.

Accountants predict the main challenges they’ll face and the tools they’ll need to survive in 2023

The deposit return scheme (DRS) is likely to have a massive impact on retail businesses says Oliver Wight Partner Andy Walker.

DRS could do more harm

As the world lurches from a pandemic to a climate crisis, governments must focus on smart solutions to complex challenges.

What’s creating the talent shortage?

The accountancy profession is not unique in its talent-sourcing challenges. A number of factors, both global and UK-based, are colliding to create a perfect storm for businesses.