In an era of unpredictable geopolitics, shifting tariffs, complex supplier ecosystems and evolving sustainability demands, your value and supply chains must be resilient, agile and strategically sound.
We partner with you on:
Fraud, reputational risk, supplier disruption and internal control failures erode value silently. We help you build a protective architecture and forward-looking mindset to stay ahead of threats. We assist with:
Designing and implementing anti-fraud frameworks across people, processes and partners.
Conducting risk-based assessments of your supplier ecosystem and internal controls.
Establishing monitoring and response structures to ensure emerging risks are surfaced and managed proactively.
Whether you’re deploying a complex EPC (engineering-procurement-construction) initiative, launching a new global sourcing strategy or scaling into new geographies, the largest, most ambitious projects carry the greatest risk—and opportunity.
Our support includes:
Contract execution, supplier onboarding, release-to-pay structures and performance monitoring.
Risk identification and mitigation—from supply-chain shocks, currency fluctuations, IP concerns and multi-jurisdictional compliance.
Project look-back reviews and continuous learning loops to embed best practice for future initiatives.
Your ERP, digital backbone, business systems and enterprise architecture must not just transact—they must align with and accelerate your strategic ambitions.
We provide:
A review of your ERP and business system roadmap to ensure alignment with strategic value-chain goals.
Program design connecting transactions (COGS, indirect spend, supplier lifecycle) to strategy, governance, risk and performance.
Implementation support, resource planning, stakeholder engagement and change management to embed system-led value.
From GHG Scope 3 to supplier-risk disclosures, governance frameworks, and government reporting obligations, today's regulatory and stakeholder demands require more than compliance—they demand strategic clarity.
Every organization is unique. Whether you're adapting to disruption, expanding internationally or refining your internal processes, we deliver bespoke solutions crafted for your context.
We follow a structured, high-engagement process designed to bring clarity, capability and sustainable impact:
If you:
…then let’s talk.
We’re pleased to offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation to explore how we might partner.
With decades of combined experience in global manufacturing, EPC projects, multi-currency sourcing, intellectual property management and value-chain transformation, The Forbes Group brings real-world operational credibility. Whether your organisation is scaling, optimizing, or resetting for the next era—we deliver actionable, strategic and measurable results.
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Stephanie Forbes is a nationally recognized value chain expert with nearly 25 years of experience steering multi-billion-dollar projects across Canada and the US. An active member of Supply Chain Canada, Alberta Institute, Stephanie is often called upon to share her experience and knowledge through industry panels, webinars, and as an international speaker.
Stephanie was the key instigator in developing the Supply Chain Excellence Forum, which was broadcast nationally to a very receptive audience. As a much sought after consultant, Stephanie has worked with some of the largest organizations in North America. Highly skilled in developing programs and governance models, she has worked with Shell, Chevron, TC Energy, and Cenovus.
Stephanie is passionate and exceptionally skilled at complex problem solving. She loves to spend time in the kitchen, she’s exceptionally active, and enjoys hanging out with her son at the motocross track.
Stephanie Forbes is a nationally recognized value chain expert with nearly 25 years of experience steering multi-billion-dollar projects across Canada and the US. An active member of Supply Chain Canada, Alberta Institute, Stephanie is often called upon to share her experience and knowledge through industry panels, webinars, and as an international speaker.
Stephanie was the key instigator in developing the Supply Chain Excellence Forum, which was broadcast nationally to a very receptive audience. As a much sought after consultant, Stephanie has worked with some of the largest organizations in North America. Highly skilled in developing programs and governance models, she has worked with Shell, Chevron, TC Energy, and Cenovus.
Stephanie is passionate and exceptionally skilled at complex problem solving. She loves to spend time in the kitchen, she’s exceptionally active, and enjoys hanging out with her son at the motocross track.