We build better businesses from the inside out.
We build better businesses from the inside out.
Our business advisory services are designed to ensure that your business has a clear vision and is on track for success.
CONSULTING | ADVISORY | ANALYSIS
With over 50 years’ combined experience training New Zealand business owners, the Engine Room team have the expertise and experience to assess and improve the performance of your business.
The 90-Day Challenge
Up for a challenge? We become your business coaches for 90 days and together we take on the challenge to improve your business, fast-track growth and take your business to where you want it to be! We’ve helped many Kiwi businesses fast-track their growth in just 90 days. You’ll be amazed at what can be achieved in just 90 days!
What we do:
- Agree on a specific business objective to work towards – eg sales, profit growth, cost minimisation etc
- Create a detailed 90-day action plan with specific ways to measure success
- Work with you to monitor your progress
- Suggest improvements if needed
Business Advisory
We work with you to build a detailed diagnosis of your business as it stands, and develop goals and action plans to achieve those goals. At Engine Room we take the time to look at all angles of your business to identify and target the specific areas that need improvement. After this, we don’t just leave you to it, we guide and support you along the way.
We can help you with:
- Business Planning
- Business Processes
- Management Reporting
- Buying and Selling Companies
- Advisory Boards
- Profitability Improvement
Our latest advisory insights
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Best case, worst case, and Business-as-usual
Read more ⟶: Best case, worst case, and Business-as-usualPlanning for all eventualities: The benefits of scenario planning In a business environment that’s currently highly volatile and changeable, scenario planning can provide deep insight into planning the future of your business. What is scenario planning? Scenario planning is the process of using your existing business data to project and forecast the future path of…
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Managing your Business during a Fuel Crisis
Read more ⟶: Managing your Business during a Fuel CrisisBusiness owners around the world are asking themselves the same question: “What can we do to minimise this disruption to our business and our teams?” While we may be wanting to wait for a directive to be in place, there are things you can do now to start reducing the impact that high fuel prices…
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What’s your Strategy for Right Now?
Read more ⟶: What’s your Strategy for Right Now?New Zealand businesses are operating in a more cautious, cost-conscious environment. Margins are under pressure, customers are more selective, and growth is harder won. In times like these, discipline beats optimism. Here are three practical priorities every SME should be focusing on right now. 1) Protect Cash Flow and Price for Profit Strong cash management…
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Exit Strategy 101: Preparing your Business for What Comes Next
Read more ⟶: Exit Strategy 101: Preparing your Business for What Comes NextThinking about exiting your business doesn’t mean the journey’s over—it signals a new chapter. A well‑crafted exit strategy ensures your legacy lives on, your team stays solid, and your business continues to thrive—even without you at the helm . 1. Start with strategy, not just hope This isn’t about making the quickest decision—it’s about mapping…
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Why Business Owner Wellbeing Matters as Much as the Bottom Line
Read more ⟶: Why Business Owner Wellbeing Matters as Much as the Bottom LineRunning a business in New Zealand is rewarding, but it can also be relentless. Long hours, financial pressure, staffing challenges and regulatory changes mean many SME owners carry not just the business on their shoulders, but also the weight of their own stress and uncertainty. We often talk about resilience in business—less often about resilience…
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Investment Boost: How to maximise the benefits of this new scheme
Read more ⟶: Investment Boost: How to maximise the benefits of this new schemeBudget 2025 introduced the Investment Boost scheme – a new way for Kiwi businesses to reduce the cost of investing in new assets and equipment. So how can Investment Boost help you reinvest in growth and increase the competitiveness of your business? The scheme is expected to lift NZ GDP by 1% and wages by…
Let’s grow your business
Because no business is alike, we don’t think our service packages should be either.
We tailor our service to your business, your goals, and your budget.
Arrange a chat to talk with our team and we can build a framework to suit your business needs.