Take control today,
grow tomorrow

We help hospitality, leisure and care businesses take control of costs, processes and decisions so owners can run their business with confidence, not chase clarity.

Keith Docherty, Director

Are you wanting to take control? Synergy blends cost-control expertise with leadership training and coaching so you reduce waste, improve performance and build a stronger team culture.

“Synergy delivered significant savings across our energy and property outgoings. Working with Synergy Solutions has meant meaningful reductions in our energy costs and wider property-related outgoings. Keith and his team were thorough, straight-talking, and focused on results — we’re delighted to retain their services and would recommend them to any business looking to get control of costs without the hassle.”

Kapital Ltd

“Synergy helped us make the changes we needed to return to profit — and stay there.”
“We were referred to Synergy Solutions by our accountants and it quickly became clear we needed stronger cost control, clearer numbers, and a more structured way of operating. Keith’s knowledge, insight and mentoring helped us implement the right changes to support profitability and long-term sustainability. We’ve now hired Keith as our Fractional Hospitality Director one day per month, and I highly recommend Synergy Solutions to any hotel owner or operator.”

The Alyth Hotel

“Better contracts, better processes, and improved standards — a real step up for the club.”
“As members of the local Chamber of Commerce we were recommended to speak with Synergy Solutions to explore options for reducing costs. They secured improved contracts, identified practical energy solutions, and helped tighten our internal processes. The result has been stronger operations and improved standards of service — we’ve felt the benefit across the club.”

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Our services

We offer tailored solutions for our clients. From company reviews to strategy and training, we deliver both on-line and in person services to fit your needs.

In person : Review

Business Cost & Performance Review

Find the leaks. Fix the margin. Take back control.

A structured review of your utilities, labour, supplier spend and operating costs to pinpoint savings, inefficiencies, and quick wins with clear recommendations and an action plan to improve margin and control.

In person : Strategy

Operational Training & Team Development

Raise standards, tighten process, and deliver a consistently better experience.

Practical training for leaders and frontline teams to raise standards, tighten processes, and improve service delivery helping you become more efficient, sustainable and consistently customer/resident focused.

In person & On-line : Courses

Mindset, Coaching & Growth Programmes (Thinking Into Results)

Upgrade the thinking and the results follow.

A guided coaching programme designed to improve clarity, confidence and execution — turning goals into measurable results through mindset and habit change, delivered online or in-person to suit your schedule.

Through honest advice, expert insight and long-term strategic thinking, we deliver clarity, control and sustainable growth.

Keith Docherty, Director

Frequently asked questions

Are you a utilities broker?


No, Synergy Solutions is not a broker. We remain impartial and provide guidance based on what’s best for your business and property.

My building is older, can I still improve energy efficiency?


Absolutely. Older properties can benefit from heating optimisation, controls upgrades, voltage optimisation, remote monitoring and practical operational changes without major disruption.

Am I tied into a contract after the initial review?


No. You can choose a one-off review, annual review, or ongoing support monthly/bi-monthly completely flexible.

Do you only cover energy and utilities?


No. We also support labour efficiency, rotas, supplier spend, operational process, standards, and KPIs improving margin and service.

Can you support us monthly or bi-monthly?


Yes. Many clients use Keith as a Fractional Director / Non-Exec style support to drive improvements and keep momentum through Plan–Do–Review.

Do you offer training and development for teams?

Yes. We deliver practical training for leaders and teams to raise standards, improve consistency and embed more efficient ways of working.

What is Thinking Into Results and who is it for?

A structured coaching programme to improve mindset, clarity and execution ideal for owners, GMs and managers who want measurable progress. Available online or in-person.

What if I’m preparing to sell the business or seek funding?


We help reduce risk and improve performance: cleaner numbers, stronger systems, better reporting and more consistent operations all of which strengthen value.

Meet Keith, Founder and leader

Keith Docherty is the Founder of Synergy Solutions Consultancy, supporting hospitality, leisure and care businesses to improve profitability, performance and standards.

After 25 years in hospitality rising to General Manager, Director and Owner Keith became known for focusing on the BOB: “Boring Old Bills” and the cost controls that protect margin. Trained in commercial utilities and energy solutions, he now provides reviews, strategy, training and fractional support, using a trusted network of suppliers and partners to deliver practical, measurable results.

Company values

Honesty

We say what clients need to hear, not what’s easiest

Objectivity

Independent thinkers, never tied to suppliers or products

Transparency

Clear advice, clear pricing, no hidden agendas

Expertise

Deep operational knowledge backed by experience and detail

Long-Term Thinking

Sustainable outcomes over short-term wins

Care & Responsibility

Genuine concern for client survival, wellbeing and growth