Prepare your operations for Black Friday, Christmas, and seasonal demand surges
Seasonal peaks — including Black Friday, Christmas, and back-to-school periods — often expose operational weaknesses. Sudden increases in order volume can create bottlenecks, strain labour and storage capacity, and put service levels at risk. For many organisations, the difference between a successful peak and a costly one comes down to preparation.
Ethon Advisory’s Peak Readiness Service provides a structured, vendor-neutral approach to assess your operational resilience, model peak scenarios, and build a practical plan that ensures your network performs reliably during high-demand periods. We help you prepare before peak — not after issues surface
Our Services
Discovery & Forecasting
On-site operational assessment (1–2 days).
Analysis of historical data, demand forecasts, and promotional calendars.
Labor and throughput modelling (manual, semi-automated, or automated operations).
Review of previous peak seasons to identify recurring pain points.
Scenario Modelling & Stress Testing
Simulation of peak conditions to identify capacity and process bottlenecks.
“What-if” modelling for demand surges, order profile shifts, and resource constraints.
Quantification of risk exposure across labour, systems, and equipment.
Peak Playbook Development
Structured plan detailing all pre-peak actions, resource needs, and contingency strategies.
Definition of temporary operational structures (layout, labour, storage, technology).
Development of risk mitigation measures and escalation procedures.
Post-Peak Review
Analysis of performance, service levels, and cost metrics.
Lessons learned and continuous improvement roadmap for future peak cycles.
Framework for annual readiness assessments and ongoing optimization.
Your Benefits
Confidence: Ensure your entire network can handle demand surges with minimal disruption.
Preparedness: Anticipate and mitigate risks before they impact performance.
Efficiency: Optimize labour, storage, and throughput for high-demand periods.
Consistency: Protect service levels and customer satisfaction during critical trading windows.
Scalability: Build a repeatable, structured approach to seasonal operations year after year.
Independence: Vendor-neutral insights and recommendations focused purely on performance.
Peak-ready operations start with clarity, structure, and proactive planning.
Ethon Advisory’s Peak Readiness Service transforms reactive firefighting into a proactive, data-driven approach to seasonal operations. We help you anticipate challenges, strengthen resilience, and perform with confidence during the moments that matter most.