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With a commitment to delivering tailored solutions and actionable insights, our consulting firm empowers businesses to unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable growth. We bring a wealth of expertise and dedication to understanding and meeting each client's unique needs.

Meet Nicholes Guillory: Your Trusted Business Consultant

I’m Nicholes Guillory, a results-driven Business Consultant with 14+ years of experience helping organizations achieve operational excellence and scalable growth. Specializing in supply chain management, ERP system optimization, and data analytics, I develop and implement strategies that deliver measurable results across industries such as pharmaceuticals, technology, manufacturing, and consumer goods.

Proven Expertise & Credentials

✔ Education & Certifications:

Master of Liberal Arts (ALM), Management – Harvard University (2024)
MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management – MIT (2021)
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration – Howard University (2010)
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, CSCP, CPIM

✔ Technical Proficiency:

ERP Systems: SAP S/4 HANA, NetSuite, Oracle, QAD, IFS
Data & Analytics: Microsoft Power BI, SQL, Tableau, Advanced Excel

Throughout my career, I’ve consistently delivered transformative results:

Process Improvement and Lean Principles: As a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I’ve eliminated inefficiencies, streamlined workflows, and implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency by over 20%.
Advanced ERP System Integration: Delivered a 30% increase in ERP utilization by leading global, cloud-based ERP implementations, standardizing processes, and integrating cross-functional workflows.
Demand & Supply Planning: Improved demand planning accuracy by 15% through advanced analytics and streamlined S&OP processes.
Leadership & Strategic Planning: Achieved $200K in annual cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives while aligning operations with business goals.
Data Management & Advanced Analytics: Developed dynamic dashboards and automated reporting tools, enabling 20% faster warehouse operations and driving data-driven decision-making.
Project Management: Led large-scale supply chain transformation projects across full lifecycles, consistently delivering on time and within budget.
Change Leadership: Spearheaded initiatives that improved team adaptability and operational efficiency, resulting in $190K vendor cost reductions through enhanced sourcing strategies.

At the heart of my work is a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and measurable impact. Whether reducing inventory from $100M to $50M, enhancing regulatory compliance through FDA Consent Decree remediation, or achieving 99% fulfillment rates while minimizing shortages, I bring a results-oriented approach to every project.

Let’s work together to optimize your operations, enhance efficiency, and position your organization for scalable growth.

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Services Offered

Unlock the full potential of your business strategy with my expert analyses and guidance.

In today’s fast-paced business environment, implementing an ERP system involves more than just adopting new technology. It requires transforming the way your company operates. Many organizations encounter significant challenges when integrating ERP systems, not due to flaws in the software, but because their internal processes aren’t aligned with best practices.

At Nicholes Guillory Consulting, we specialize in ERP implementations that go beyond software selection. Our approach is agnostic, and we don’t push a specific platform like SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.

Instead, we focus on identifying and implementing the right solution for your business, ensuring that your technology stack supports your operational goals. More importantly, we guide companies through the critical process transformation required to leverage their ERP investment fully.

Why ERP Implementations Fail and How We Ensure Success

Many companies struggle with ERP implementations because their existing business processes don’t align with the best practices embedded in modern ERP systems. This mismatch leads to inefficiencies, frustration, and underutilized software, often resulting in blame placed on the ERP system or consultants. The real issue? Many organizations attempt to maintain legacy processes that are no longer scalable rather than embracing the operational changes necessary for growth.

At Nicholes Guillory Consulting, we help businesses bridge the gap between where they are and where they need to be by:

Assessing and optimizing internal processes to align with ERP best practices.
Ensuring leadership and teams are prepared for operational changes.
Implementing the right ERP system that complements your business model.
Driving cultural and mindset shifts necessary for long-term success.

The Right Process for the Right Results

A high-caliber business necessitates advanced processes. As you scale operations, enhance efficiency, or integrate cutting-edge technology, our methodology guarantees that your ERP system transcends the role of a mere tool but evolves into a strategic asset that propels measurable and impactful results.

We collaborate closely with your team to:

✔ Analyze current workflows to identify inefficiencies and opportunities.

✔ Design and implement optimized processes that maximize ERP capabilities.

✔ Provide expert change management leadership to ensure a smooth transition.

✔ Deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, cost savings, and operational performance.

Take Your Business to the Next Level

ERP implementations don’t have to be a nightmare. With the right approach, they can revolutionize your organization. If your company is prepared to move past outdated practices and fully embrace the potential of an ERP system, Nicholes Guillory Consulting is ready to assist.

Let’s create a future where your ERP system works for you and not against you.

Get in touch today and take the first step toward operational excellence.

Additional Services Offered

Unlock the full potential of your business strategy with my expert analyses and guidance.

Technology and Digital Training

Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM ) Training for the Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) exams
Tailored training in industry-standard software and emerging technologies.
Workshops on leveraging AI and data analytics for strategic decision-making.
Hands-on sessions for productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, CRM platforms).

Expert Project Management

Achieved 30% improved ROI by streamlining ERP workflows across platforms like SAP, NetSuite, and Oracle, optimizing end-to-end process efficiency.

Reduced operational inefficiencies by 25%, integrating cross-functional processes to eliminate silos and enhance collaboration between departments.
Led ERP upgrades that resulted in 50% faster data retrieval times and improved system scalability, supporting business growth.

Supply Chain Transformation

Increased forecast accuracy by 20% by implementing advanced demand planning and Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
Optimized vendor management, reducing procurement costs by 15% and cutting lead times by 25%, ensuring uninterrupted supply during peak demand periods.
Overhauled warehouse operations to improve stock accuracy by 98% and reduced inventory shortages by 20%, leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance filling rates and minimize stockouts.

Supply Chain and Shortage Planning

Developed dynamic stock-level optimization tools that maintained 95% fulfillment rates while reducing excess inventory by $500K annually.
Addressed critical supply shortages during high-demand cycles, ensuring consistent availability of 99% of key SKUs.
Created advanced scenario models for shortage mitigation, enabling 50% faster response times to supply chain disruptions.

Data-Driven Insights

Delivered real-time Power BI, Tableau, and SQL dashboards that improved decision-making speed by 30%, empowering leadership with actionable insights.
Conducted comprehensive data audits that identified inefficiencies, leading to a 15% reduction in reporting errors and improving overall data accuracy.
Automated reporting processes, saving 5+ hours per week per department while improving report consistency and usability.

Change Management

Spearheaded organizational change initiatives, achieving 90% system adoption rates within six months of implementation.
Reduced resistance to change by engaging teams through customized training sessions, increasing overall productivity by 15% post-implementation.
Developed and executed strategic transition plans that minimized downtime during ERP upgrades and process overhauls, maintaining 100% project delivery on schedule.

FDA Consent Decree Remediation

Successfully led remediation efforts for an FDA Consent Decree, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements within a 7-month timeline and avoiding significant operational shutdowns.
Developed and implemented corrective action plans (CAPAs) that addressed 100% of audit findings and enhanced quality systems to maintain future compliance.
Streamlined compliance workflows and documentation processes, reducing approval timelines by 1100% while ensuring adherence to FDA regulations.
Established robust training programs that increased staff awareness of compliance protocols, achieving a 95% employee certification rate within three months.
Partnered with cross-functional teams to implement process controls and system upgrades, improving product safety and quality metrics by 20%

Cost Reduction Initiatives

Identified and executed sourcing strategies that delivered $250K in immediate savings through renegotiated contracts and process efficiencies.
Enhanced supplier relationships, leading to 20% faster lead times and a 10% improvement in supplier performance scores.
Streamlined procurement workflows and identified process redundancies, reducing annual operational costs by $150K.

Inventory Optimization and Data-Driven Operational Strategies

Implemented inventory optimization techniques and data-driven strategies to significantly enhance operational efficiency, enabling seamless collaboration across production and project teams.
Reduced balance sheet inventory from $100M to $50M by consolidating two warehouse locations into a centralized facility, streamlining operations and cutting costs.
Produced detailed SQL-driven reports that provided critical insights into production data, including volume trends, material utilization, and quality assurance outcomes, enabling faster and more accurate operational decisions.
Relaunched seven products and two pilots by collaborating with product development and production teams, resulting in improved designs, adherence to relaunch timelines, and enhanced product performance.