Keri Smith

Are you navigating the complexities of managing costs while fueling growth?​ ​ As costs continue to pressure margins, many organizations focus on quick wins in cost reduction, but sustaining these gains requires more than just short-term fixes. New BCG research underscores the importance of reinvesting savings into strategic innovations that drive future growth. Leaders who master this balance are better positioned to thrive in the evolving energy landscape.​ ​ Read how a strategic approach to cost management can unlock growth opportunities here – https://lnkd.in/dnU7Rkfv

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As the Software industry undergoes significant shifts, #PrivateEquity firms need to adapt their investing and operating strategies to optimize exits and ensure portfolio success.  Here are four areas PE firms can focus on to increase value in today’s changing market: -Market-winning investment strategies – Select segments primed for demand and disruption, like AI, data analytics and cybersecurity. -Boost growth with leaner #GTM (Go-to-market) and R&D – Refine customer targeting, enhance digital capabilities and optimize ROI on big-ticket R&D investments. -Drive deeper operational interventions – Tighten cost controls, re-evaluate vendor contracts and explore outsourcing to maximize efficiencies. -Equip with experienced leaders – Ensure leadership teams are transformation-ready to drive cultural evolution and execute growth plans effectively. Positioning for success in #Software investments has never been more essential.  Explore https://lnkd.in/eJBdc4af and let’s connect!

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Engaging patients is key to evolving #ValueBasedCare. #Accenture’s Asher Perzigian emphasizes the transformative impact on enhancing care experiences and outcomes. To adapt to the changing healthcare landscape, organizations must reinvent themselves and focus on patient-centered strategies. Read more: https://accntu.re/3NbUsAs

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In a recent McKinsey Live, senior partners Olivia White and Rodney Zemmel discussed how leaders can rewire their organizations to make the most of technology investments and contribute to a new wave of productivity growth after years of stagnation. Investments in generative AI have the potential to boost global labor productivity by 0.1% to 0.6% a year, adding the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually to the global economy. However, harnessing the potential of gen AI is no small feat. Listen to the discussion here: https://lnkd.in/e238aVkz You can also register for the next McKinsey Live on the state of tourism: mck.co/StateOfTourism #Productivity #AdvancedEconomies #GFC #McKinseyLive

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🆕 Our 18th annual trends report is here. With online trust in the spotlight, explore all the factors we think will change the way people experience and interact with brands, organizations and technology in the next year and beyond: https://accntu.re/4hbzQpZ #AccentureLifeTrends 2025

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FTI Consulting's Global CFO Report has identified common challenges facing the modern-day finance function. Whether it be profitability analytics, integrated planning & reporting, forecast accuracy, or intelligent automation, CFOs must be strategic in enhancing their organizations. David White and Hector Barletta share their outlook here.

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Explore Deloitte’s report (authored by 3 of my esteemed colleagues) to learn how 3 #CellAndGene therapy pricing models could help transform how CGT therapies are financed. https://deloi.tt/3RE72Lm

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In this timely piece, KPMG US Joe Zaccaria and Lindsey Manning explore the rising importance of real-world data (RWD) in healthcare and life sciences organizations. Early adopters are addressing the emergence of Generative AI models, complex clinical development programs, the shift toward value-based delivery, and FDA guidance to foster innovation, establish industry partnerships, and enhance patient-centered care. #RealWorldData #KPMGLifeSciences #HealthcareInnovation #GenAI #KPMGDeals https://bit.ly/3YfwDhR

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59% of consumers say retailers' private label/store brands are offering better quality products than ever before. In a new EY article, my colleague Nichole Jones and I discuss how retailers can innovate and meet evolving consumer preferences. Read the article. https://lnkd.in/gimPzcCQ   #PrivateLabel #OwnBrands #Retail #EYParthenon

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“When we think about GenAI, we need to think of it as a worker that can do a lot of things very well.” Dan Martines, BCG X’s Managing Director and Partner, shares a great take on how #AI and #GenAI are impacting the future of work and how leaders can move from experimentation to value creation. #BCGX

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Powerful article here from Berkeley’s Jon Bradbury. A great read if your organization is struggling to make its IT, digital, data and analytics work together. #DataStrategy #DataTransformation #ChangeManagement

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In the #media and #telecommunications sector, #privateequity investors are eager to get back into the game after being sidelined by higher borrowing costs. Explore PwC's US Deals 2024 midyear outlook to learn what's next for the industry: https://pwc.to/3PLn6rX

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Aneesh Chopra, Arcadia chief strategy officer and former U.S. chief technology officer, joins Resonant Principal Robin Weinick and Guidehouse Director Don Simpson to discuss leveraging AI and data to capture the full potential of value-based models. The experts also examine the role of social determinants of health data in helping to improve population health and lower healthcare costs. Listen to the Keeping IT Brief podcast.

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Stay ahead in the #MedTech world. Dive into Deloitte's latest article for insights on how #DigitalInnovation and #talent are shaping the future of healthcare technology. https://deloi.tt/4bkqq7P What are your thoughts on this transformation? #HealthcareTrends

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Spotlighting the importance of pacing AI innovation with responsibility, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)’s Chief AI Ethics Officer, Steve Mills, offers key insights in InformationWeek: • Early Integration: Initiating responsible AI programs early can maximize AI investments and mitigate risks. • Adaptive Policies: Policies must evolve alongside AI advancements to ensure effective risk management and compliance. • Organizational Support: Successful implementation demands robust resources and clear accountability. Learn how responsible AI drives strategic outcomes:

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Fascinating read on how AI is revolutionizing strategic planning in consumer goods. Accenture’s @Dr. Amarendran Subramanian explores how companies are moving from rigid annual planning to dynamic, AI-powered decision-making. Great insights for anyone interested in the future of business strategy! https://accntu.re/3NLqH9S #ConsumerGoods #AI #Innovation #ValueChain #GenerativeAI #ValueCreation #AIRevolution #TechInnovation

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