A global engineering firm headquartered in the UK, operating in five countries including Germany, the US, Brazil, Singapore, and Portugal.
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Challenge: Each subsidiary was using different advisors and inconsistent documentation standards, leading to claim delays, duplicated effort, and a 15% variance in claim quality.
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FI Group Solution: We implemented standardised evidence packs, coordinated by a Global Account Lead in London. Local in-country teams extracted technical data directly from engineering leads, while maintaining a consistent claim methodology.
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Outcome: Advisory costs reduced by 25%, claim turnaround time shortened by six weeks, and total recoveries increased by £2.8 million in the first year. The CFO gained a consolidated dashboard of global R&D activity, aiding both audit readiness and future planning.
