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Summer blockbusters and indie hits prove financial controls are critical for TV and film, say experts
The radically different budgets of Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster The Odyssey and indie horror smash hit Obsession demonstrate the increasing need for financial control. That’s according to KAI Consulting, the developers behind OctopusPMI - accountancy software used...
Overcoming profound change in the Film and Television Industry
John Chang founder of KAI Consulting - the home of industry efficiency software OctopusPMI shares his thoughts on a moment of change for the industry. Technological advances over the last few decades have and will continue to shape the landscape of our business. Our...
Key signs it’s time for a systems upgrade
Some say, there is ‘never a right time’ in business when it comes to decisions about implementing an effective software system to power the core of your business. At KAI, we disagree. When considering implementing a system to manage and control your business, it’s a...
As a production manager, juggling people, location, and budgets, how do I manage all the moving parts?
In TV and Film, we have learned to expect the unexpected. We are well-used to on-going change, and everyone has their war stories to tell…the principal who suddenly falls ill, the key location no longer available. Delays, replacements, supply chain problems – these...
With multiple productions in play, how do I stay on top of them all?
In our industry, whether you are a large studio or a small independent, production managers must juggle multiple productions at the same time - a highly skilled job requiring good leadership. As the production team sees increased work loads, a cool head and accurate...
With slated projects constantly being cut and delayed how do I keep my business afloat
As we’ve been discussing over the past few months, our UK TV and film production industry is facing significant financial pressures. You may even be struggling as slated projects are cut and delayed. Several key factors lie behind this challenging environment....
In a fast paced uncertain environment how do I ensure my project stays profitable?
In Film and TV today, making productions profitable can be as important as winning awards. Although future commissions and reputations depend on it, it’s never been more important to run a tight ship given the experience of the last 12 months. Skilled production and...
How do I keep a tight rein on my cashflow?
Most Producers will agree that the Film & TV production world has been tough over the last 6 months. With production budgets tightening, keeping cash flow under control is crucial for success. Gone are the days when the industry was flush with cash, so the current...
Introducing Ask the Expert…
“Production managers walk a tightrope between the need for creative freedom and the imperative of financial control. The challenge is to maintain the artistic integrity of a production while ensuring it remains financially sustainable.” It’s not an easy job working as...
KTP Collaboration
KAI are delighted to now be part of the UK Government’s Initiative - Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) working in collaboration with City, University of London. KTPs aim to help businesses to improve their competitiveness and productivity through the...
Can you be our next big catch?
Do you want to play a part in supporting the best Film and TV production companies in the UK and around the world, produce amazing content, profitably? At KAI Consulting, we’re always searching for the perfect catch… the best and brightest people who are passionate...
Imagine if you had more time…
Imagine what you could do, if you had more time… OctopusPMI, integrated with SAP Business One, provides Film and Television producers with a complete toolset for both Production Cost Management and Business Accounting. Used by 11 of the top 20 UK Indies ranked by the...
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