Advisory
At the decisive
turning points
by your side
The competitive pressure is increasing. In the various phases of a company, it is all the more important to take the appropriate measures. This is especially true in matters of controlling, in the development of a sustainable business plan, as well as in the path back to success through restructuring. As a consulting firm based in Reutlingen and Stuttgart, we accompany you at eye level in the strategic decisions of your company and support you with our experience and expertise.
Schon seit Juni 2021 ziehen Finanzinstitute Environmental Social Governance (ESG)-Risiken zur Bewertung bei der Kreditvergabe heran. Unter dem European Green Deal wird immer noch an der Taxonomie-Verordnung geschliffen, die im Januar 2022 in Kraft trat. Auch die CSRD (Corporate Responsibility Reporting Directive) sorgt ab 2024 nicht nur für einheitliche Standards in der Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung, sondern auch für eine stark erweiterte Berichts- und Prüfungspflicht. Verantwortungsvolles Handeln, sprich Nachhaltigkeit in Unternehmen, wird somit auch für kleinere Unternehmen ins Rampenlicht gerückt.
Nicht nur den erfahrenen CSR-Fans, sondern auch Unternehmen, die jetzt neu dazukommen und ihr Reporting sowie Management mit Weitsicht an diesen Gesetzen ausrichten wollen, stehen wir mit Überblick und Mittelstandskompetenz zur Seite - wir schaffen Mehrwert für Ihr Unternehmen, Umwelt und Gesellschaft.
Nicht nur den erfahrenen CSR-Fans, sondern auch Unternehmen, die jetzt neu dazukommen und ihr Reporting sowie Management mit Weitsicht an diesen Gesetzen ausrichten wollen, stehen wir mit Überblick und Mittelstandskompetenz zur Seite - wir schaffen Mehrwert für Ihr Unternehmen, Umwelt und Gesellschaft.
Controlling
To lead companies in rapidly growing industries and markets, a well-established controlling function is essential. We assist in building and implementing these controlling functions in your company or can take on this function for you through outsourcing.
Our services in detail
- Introduction of cost center and cost unit accounting
- Harmonization of internal and external accounting
- Merger and standardization of accounting and controlling
- Implementation of reporting and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Takeover of controlling as part of outsourcing
- Integration of risk management and controlling in accordance with IDW PS 340
- Introduction and establishment of sustainability controlling based on CSRD/EU Taxonomy
Business-Plan
A coherent and structured business plan is necessary to successfully present your company to investors and banks and obtain loan approvals. The core element of the business plan is an integrated financial projection based on income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow planning. This should be integrated into a well-prepared slide deck.
We are happy to assist you in creating business plans and also in your discussions with investors and bank representatives.
We are happy to assist you in creating business plans and also in your discussions with investors and bank representatives.
Our services in detail
- Creation of an integrated multi-year plan including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow planning
- Consideration of different future scenarios
- Assistance in the introduction and implementation of the business plan in your company
- Regular execution of planning updates
- Preparation of a business plan presentation based on the integrated multi-year plan
- Joint participation in discussions with investors and bank representatives
Restructuring
Even experienced entrepreneurs may need external support in certain situations. To help you quickly get back on track to success and avoid liability risks along the way, we provide our expertise in operational and financial restructuring to assist you in all matters.
The term "restructuring" may sound daunting to many. As a consulting firm, we use it in its literal sense: healing. This makes it clear that restructurings are not a penalty but a great opportunity for changes and improvements in the company - healing, indeed.
The term "restructuring" may sound daunting to many. As a consulting firm, we use it in its literal sense: healing. This makes it clear that restructurings are not a penalty but a great opportunity for changes and improvements in the company - healing, indeed.
1. Process and Efficiency Optimization
We help seize opportunities
Current requirements and trends compel companies to continually explore potentials for efficiency improvements. The main drivers are the rapid digitization of the working world and industrial processes, as well as the constant pressure on costs and margins.
Where does your company stand, and how do you and your executives perceive these challenges: as a risk or an opportunity? Times of upheaval, such as restructuring, reorganizations, or turnarounds, are always suitable occasions for process optimizations. We are here to provide guidance and assistance.
Where does your company stand, and how do you and your executives perceive these challenges: as a risk or an opportunity? Times of upheaval, such as restructuring, reorganizations, or turnarounds, are always suitable occasions for process optimizations. We are here to provide guidance and assistance.
Services in detail
- Optimization of production and service systems with Lean concepts (Toyota Production Principles)
- Value stream analysis and design, as well as process optimization and reengineering
- Implementation of programs for unlocking procurement potential
- Optimization of personnel and resource utilization
- Implementation of cost reductions based on Zero Based Budgeting, value analysis, etc.
- Redesign of organizational structure, business, and management processes
- Operational concepts for manufacturing, logistics, and procurement
- Establishment of planning, key performance indicator (KPI), and controlling systems (BSC)
- Introduction and optimization of ERP, SCM, and CRM systems
- Implementation of a tamper-proof internal control system
- Resolution of planning/technical problems with high potential or high strategic significance (e.g., portfolio cleanup and value analysis projects, optimization of manufacturing processes, production control, and logistics)
- Optimization of the value chain (e.g., preparation of make-or-buy decisions, implementation of outsourcing activities, etc.)
- Establishment or optimization of the new product development and market launch process and introduction of associated methods (QFD, value analysis, FMEA, etc.)
- Introduction or optimization of project management, project controlling, and steering (e.g., development and market launch projects, project portfolio management)
- Technology optimization (e.g., increasing plant availability, reducing setup times and quality costs, etc.)
- Transfer of industry- and method-specific know-how to the client's employees (Continuous Improvement Process, help for self-help)
2. Liquidity Assurance and Financing
We help finance your company.
Access to capital is primarily determined by your creditworthiness. Therefore, it is a matter of trust and reliability in your numbers and strategy. Your financing bank partners, credit insurers, and other financial partners strictly assess your creditworthiness and debt servicing ability. Your shareholders demand an adequate return on equity. We assist you in finding the right financing for your needs and the specific financing purpose.
We have a diverse set of instruments and an established network with potential financing partners. Depending on the task at hand, you can benefit from this in growth phases, special situations (restructuring/turnaround, change of shareholders, participation models for top management through MBO/MBI, business succession), or individual investment decisions. We are also happy to facilitate contact with government funding or liquidity and equity assistance programs.
We have a diverse set of instruments and an established network with potential financing partners. Depending on the task at hand, you can benefit from this in growth phases, special situations (restructuring/turnaround, change of shareholders, participation models for top management through MBO/MBI, business succession), or individual investment decisions. We are also happy to facilitate contact with government funding or liquidity and equity assistance programs.
3. Restructuring and Turnaround Management
We assist in reaching the turning point.
Together with you, we develop the fundamental principles for the sustainable turnaround of your company. Because only the right analysis, the right concept, and implementation strength are the prerequisites to efficiently and effectively overcome an impending or existing crisis.
Our holistic and pragmatic approach is based on our core competencies in business administration combined with extensive expertise in the areas of technology and organization. We view and analyze the company from the perspective of the market and its requirements. Therefore, our top priority is to achieve measurable contributions to improved value creation within the company. Successful consulting, however, only works in a close relationship of trust between the entrepreneur and the consultant. The changes initiated by us are always the result of open and fair discussions – even on critical issues. We aim to understand your corporate culture, goals, and business model so that we can address not only the symptoms but also heal the root causes.
Our holistic and pragmatic approach is based on our core competencies in business administration combined with extensive expertise in the areas of technology and organization. We view and analyze the company from the perspective of the market and its requirements. Therefore, our top priority is to achieve measurable contributions to improved value creation within the company. Successful consulting, however, only works in a close relationship of trust between the entrepreneur and the consultant. The changes initiated by us are always the result of open and fair discussions – even on critical issues. We aim to understand your corporate culture, goals, and business model so that we can address not only the symptoms but also heal the root causes.
Services in Detail
- Conducting financial quick checks, verifying the financial figures for accuracy, and assessing the correctness of planning assumptions. This includes preparing a liquidity plan and developing a financial needs plan, determining the company's debt service capability, and providing support for all financing-related inquiries: ensuring liquidity and offering financing solutions for every occasion and phase.
- Expanding the quick check to include a potential analysis with a SWOT analysis of your company. This involves deriving measures for short- and medium-term improvement of results and liquidity, creating integrated financial projections, and conceptualizing the strategic direction of the company.
- Developing restructuring concepts and assisting in the implementation of restructuring measures.
- If needed, appointing an interim manager/CEO, CFO, CRO from our network.
- Creating continuation forecasts and preparing restructuring reports in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) or the IDW S 6 standard.
- Examining grounds for filing for insolvency according to the IDW S 11 standard.
- Providing certification for the application of the protective shield procedure (§ 270b InsO) in accordance with the IDW S 9 standard.
- Collaborating with specialized lawyers to create insolvency plans.
- Evaluating existing business processes and their supporting IT systems, developing efficiency-improving concepts to enhance processes and organization.