Michael Daly Consulting
OPERATIONAL & MANAGEMENT CONSULTING — WEST CORK
Practical operational expertise.
Delivered to your business.
Based in West Cork, I work with SMEs across Ireland and the UK who need experienced operational and management consulting.
ISO
6σ
SME
25+
YEARS IN OPERATION
9001 AUDIT EXPERIENCED
LEAN SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
FOCUSED PRACTICE
WHO I AM
I am an operations and management consultant with over 25 years of experience across manufacturing, food production, hospitality, and multi-site business management in Ireland, the UK, and internationally. I help SMEs cut waste, improve profitability, fix the bottlenecks that slow everyday work, and prepare for ISO certification. I build systems that let the owner spend less time on day-to-day crisis management and more time running the business. I operate with complete confidentiality as standard.
WHY WORK WITH ME
Works at every level, from boardroom to shop floor
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, ISO 9001 experienced
25+ years across manufacturing, food production, and hospitality
Practical recommendations, built to be implemented
Free, no-obligation first conversation
On-site in Cork & Kerry, or remote across Ireland & UK
Complete confidentiality as standard
SERVICES
What can I do for your business.
Each engagement is shaped around your specific situation — I work alongside you to understand what's really going on, then design and deliver a practical solution.
01
Operational Audit & Review
A structured, honest review of your operation — production, procurement, staffing, systems, and margin — delivered as a clear, prioritised action plan. I spend time in your business before forming any conclusions.
02
Lean & Process Improvement
Removing waste, improving throughput, reducing cost — without dismantling what already works. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified.
03
ISO & Compliance
Audit preparation, documentation, and quality systems for ISO 9001, Health & Safety, and food safety compliance. Built to hold, not just to pass.
04
Fractional Operations Director
Senior operational leadership retained part-time — two or three days a week or month. Ideal for growing SMEs that need senior input without a permanent hire.
05
Supply Chain & Procurement
Supplier negotiation, sourcing strategy, and logistics coordination — covering domestic Irish supply chains and international sourcing.
06
Food Business Advisory
For food producers and hospitality operators planning to scale — production systems, margins, staffing models, and HACCP compliance.
Enterprise Ireland funding:
Many clients qualify for Lean for Micro and Lean Plus programmes, funding consultancy at 50–70% of cost.
ABOUT
Operational depth. Commercial clarity.
EXPERTISE
Operations Management
Lean & Process Improvement
Supply Chain & Procurement
ISO 9001 & Compliance
Budgeting & Reporting
Workforce Planning
I have spent over 25 years in the engine rooms of complex businesses — manufacturing, food production, multi-site hospitality, and commercial contract management across Ireland, the UK, and internationally.
My career grew from professional kitchens into senior operational and commercial roles, managing teams, budgets, supply chains, compliance, and the full performance of complex businesses across multiple sectors.
Contracts Management
Health & Safety Management
Project Management
Team Development & Recruitment
CERTIFICATIONS
Lean Six Sigma — Green Belt & Black Belt
ISO 9001 — audit experienced
Supply Chain Management
SAP — Production & Logistics
Health & Safety Management
KPI Management & Reporting
Diploma in Professional Cookery, Business Studies, & Food Science - MTU Cork
CONTACT
Ready to take a closer look at your business?
A short conversation is the easiest way to find out where things stand. No pressure, no obligation — just an honest look at your operation and where I can help.
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