Client Profile: Bulb Energy UK
Bulb Energy UK, a prominent energy supplier in the UK, encountered significant challenges in managing its digital operations efficiently and cost-effectively. The team, comprising graphic designers, webmasters, and UX/UI designers, faced high in-house hiring expenses.
Challenges Faced
High Staffing Costs
| Role | Annual Salary (£) | Number of Employees | Total Cost (£) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic Designers | £35,000 | 4 | £140,000 |
| Webmaster | £12,000 | 2 | £24,000 |
| UX/UI Designers | £45,000 | 3 | £135,000 |
| Total | £299,000 |
Limited Scalability
Bulb Energy UK’s reliance on in-house staff restricted their ability to adapt swiftly to evolving digital needs.
Skill Limitations
The expertise of Bulb Energy UK’s internal team was limited to specific domains, leading to inefficiencies and gaps in their digital strategy.
Restricted Hours
Operations were confined to 9 am – 5 pm, limiting responsiveness to urgent digital needs outside these hours. SKUNKWORK operates 24/7/365, providing round-the-clock support and immediate execution of tasks.
Solution: SKUNKWORK’s Subscription-Based Services
Bulb Energy UK partnered with SKUNKWORK, subscribing to the “Complete Remote Tech Dept” package at £1,495 per month (£17,940 annually). This package includes:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Tasks | Ability to request and address any technical issues promptly. |
| 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
“We used SKUNKWORK when they first started. We had been approached at Excel by James-Dean (SKUNKWORK Team Member) and he explained the benefits of using the service for outsourcing our program whilst ensuring that it would still feel like an ‘insourcing’ or ‘internal’ team. We quickly realised that it wasn’t that at all, but rather a lot LOT more! A thoroughly professional team which delivers results very very quickly. We have just signed off on our second annual term and highly recommend SKUNKWORK to everyone. PS. The savings we make are immeasurable. Not only in staffing and overheads but hardware and software expense, which was the biggest part of our expenditure (aside from wages).”
— Sarah Mitchell, Marketing Manager at Bulb Energy UK
Benefits Realised
Cost Efficiency
| Expense | Annual Cost (£) |
|---|---|
| Previous In-house Staffing | |
| – Graphic Designers (4) | £140,000 |
| – Webmasters (2) | £24,000 |
| – UX/UI Designers (3) | £135,000 |
| Total In-house Costs | £299,000 |
| SKUNKWORK Subscription | £17,940 |
| Annual Savings | £281,060 |
| Savings Percentage | 94% |
| 5-Year Savings | £1,405,300 |
| 10-Year Savings | £2,810,600 |
Subscription Benefits
Comprehensive Expertise
Bulb Energy UK gained access to a broad range of digital services, eliminating the need to manage multiple vendors and providing a holistic approach to their digital strategy.
Scalability and Flexibility
The subscription model allowed Bulb Energy UK to scale their digital operations as needed, adapting to business requirements without the hassle of extensive recruitment processes.
Conclusion
By partnering with SKUNKWORK, Bulb Energy UK transformed their digital operations, realizing substantial 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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