Client Profile: Lovell Homes
Lovell Homes, a renowned property development company in the UK, faced significant challenges in efficiently and cost-effectively managing its digital operations. The team, consisting of graphic designers, webmasters, and UX/UI designers, experienced high costs associated with in-house hiring.
Challenges Faced
High Staffing Costs
| Role | Annual Salary (£) | Number of Employees | Total Cost (£) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | £38,000 | 3 | £114,000 |
| Webmaster | £15,000 | 2 | £30,000 |
| UX/UI Designers | £48,000 | 3 | £144,000 |
| Total | £288,000 |
Limited Scalability
Lovell Homes’ reliance on an in-house team limited their ability to quickly adapt to changing digital needs.
Skill Limitations
The expertise of Lovell Homes’ internal team was restricted to specific areas, causing inefficiencies and gaps in their digital strategy.
Restricted Hours
Operations were limited to 9 am – 5 pm, hindering responsiveness to urgent digital requirements outside of these hours. SKUNKWORK provides 24/7/365 support and immediate task execution.
Solution: SKUNKWORK’s Subscription-Based Services
Lovell Homes partnered with SKUNKWORK, opting for the “Complete Remote Tech Dept” package at £1,495 per month (£17,940 annually). This package includes:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Tasks | Ability to promptly address any technical issues. |
| Unlimited Page Creations | Freedom to create an unlimited number of web pages. |
| Unlimited Graphic Designs | Unlimited graphic design requests for various assets. |
| Unlimited SEO Optimisations | Unlimited SEO optimizations to enhance website visibility. |
| Unlimited Content Creation | Unlimited creation of blog posts, articles, and other digital content. |
| Dedicated Account Manager | A single point of contact for seamless communication and project management. |
| AI Onboarding Assistant | AI-powered onboarding support for a smooth transition. |
| Website Monitoring & Maintenance | Round-the-clock monitoring and maintenance of the website. |
| Website Security Management | Robust security measures to protect the website. |
| 24/7 Technical Support | Around-the-clock technical support for quick issue resolution. |
| Print Design | Design services for printed materials like business cards, brochures, and posters. |
Testimonial
“Our collaboration with SKUNKWORK has been transformative. From the outset, their dedicated team seamlessly integrated into our operations, providing round-the-clock support and expertise that far exceeded our in-house capabilities. The cost savings have been remarkable, allowing us to allocate resources more efficiently while maintaining a high standard of digital output. We’ve renewed our partnership and look forward to continued success.”
— John Davis, Digital Operations Manager at Lovell Homes
Benefits Realised
Cost Efficiency
| Expense | Annual Cost (£) |
|---|---|
| Previous In-house Staffing | |
| – Graphic Designers (3) | £114,000 |
| – Webmasters (2) | £30,000 |
| – UX/UI Designers (3) | £144,000 |
| Total In-house Costs | £288,000 |
| SKUNKWORK Subscription | £17,940 |
| Annual Savings | £270,060 |
| Savings Percentage | 94% |
| 5-Year Savings | £1,350,300 |
| 10-Year Savings | £2,700,600 |
Comprehensive Expertise
Lovell Homes gained access to a wide range of digital services, streamlining their digital strategy and eliminating the need to manage multiple vendors.
Scalability and Flexibility
The subscription model enabled Lovell Homes to scale their digital operations as needed, adapting to business requirements without the hassle of extensive recruitment processes.
Conclusion
By partnering with SKUNKWORK, Lovell Homes transformed their digital operations, achieving significant cost savings and gaining access to a comprehensive suite of services. The shift to a subscription-based model enhanced their scalability, flexibility, and efficiency, driving sustainable growth in a competitive market.
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