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As sustainability goals meet the realities of implementation, companies are recalibrating their timelines and ambitions. Bain experts offer guidance on navigating complex transitions in the energy, food, and technology sectors. Read the full report here. https://bit.ly/4d20yhs

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Private equity is shifting its focus from short-term gains to long-term value by emphasizing leadership and people. My good friend and colleague Ted Bililies, Ph.D., Global Leader of Transformative Leadership, discusses in Harvard Business Review how integrating human capital into deal strategies is crucial. Leadership and culture are key to success, with talent assessments not only seen as a measure of qualifications but also as a competitive edge. Read more in the full article: https://lnkd.in/eSRgFrUY

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By asking and answering the right questions, PE firms can better ensure they have a leader in place who can drive value and push the company toward a successful exit. Here are four key themes to consider: https://lnkd.in/e7dqEWNw

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As sustainability goals meet the realities of implementation, companies are recalibrating their timelines and ambitions. Bain experts offer guidance on navigating complex transitions in the energy, food, and technology sectors. Read the full report here. https://bit.ly/47rqXUM

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As sustainability goals meet the realities of implementation, companies are recalibrating their timelines and ambitions. Bain experts offer guidance on navigating complex transitions in the energy, food, and technology sectors. Read the full report here. https://bit.ly/4e14vV2

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As sustainability goals meet the realities of implementation, companies are recalibrating their timelines and ambitions. Bain experts offer guidance on navigating complex transitions in the energy, food, and technology sectors. Read the full report here. https://bit.ly/4e5O5dH

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As sustainability goals meet the realities of implementation, companies are recalibrating their timelines and ambitions. Bain experts offer guidance on navigating complex transitions in the energy, food, and technology sectors. Read the full report here. https://bit.ly/4d3haoO

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There is a huge demand for major capital projects coming from AI, renewables, manufacturing and general electrification - this article from Utility Dive highlights recent work from my colleagues on how to drive a step change in major capital project execution! #energytransition #Bain #majorcapitalprojects

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With today’s high cost of debt and investors’ lower appetite for risk, an equity value creation plan plays a critical role in translating your investment thesis into value. But often (due to confidentiality), there’s a disconnect between private equity investment teams and portfolio company management and operations that leads to a false picture of performance issues, EBITDA, and equity gains.   We recently published an article, “Private equity value creation: Realize your investment thesis” that covers:  - The risks of inaccurately measured value creation initiatives.  - The need for an effective post-acquisition performance management framework.  - Four questions to ask to ensure initiative gains (and losses) are accurately captured in your financial reporting.     I hope you find the article helpful. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out or schedule a whiteboard session with our team. https://lnkd.in/g6w5rjTX And if you’d like to receive additional insights, sign up for our Private Equity Perspectives.  https://lnkd.in/gdwmDjZS

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Every colleague's journey is unique #atBain. Rachel's 20-year tenure highlights the strength of our exceptional culture—cherished by current and alumni Bainies alike. Learn how you can be more supported #atBain: https://lnkd.in/d7bN-UP6

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With interest rates and labor shortages on the up, the importance of leadership, culture, and human capital continues to rise. AlixPartners' Ted Bililies, Ph.D. and Connor Lott sat down for a conversation about the gravity of ensuring employee buy-in for successful value creation plans, how execution fatigue can set in, and what leaders can do to navigate their teams out of the “trough of disillusionment.” Learn more about building a strong culture that not only promotes economic success but fosters employee well-being: https://lnkd.in/g6yy6-i3

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Bain research reveals that only 12% of major change programs produce lasting results in business transformations. In his latest Forbes blog, David Michels breaks down what sets these leaders apart in successful corporate transformations. #TransformationsThatWork

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Excited to share Wilderich Heising's journey from intern to Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG)! Over nearly two decades, Wilderich balanced work, education, and a passion for consulting, ultimately leading our manufacturing and supply chain efforts. His story is a testament to the career growth opportunities and support available at BCG. Read his blog to discover more about his path and the impact he's made. #BCGCareers #BCGLife #BeyondAtBCG

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With increased investor activism and CEOs under pressure to drive innovation at an ever-faster pace, leaders in the consumer space are grappling with shrinking margins and sales performances. Discover the key challenges executives are faced with in this Reuters article, featuring insights from Richard Sumner. Read more here: https://reut.rs/4ejJm88 #Consumer #Leadership #Boards

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This is a marvelous interview with AlixPartners CEO Simon Freakley on the essence of leadership in our era of multiple simultaneous disruptions, the challenge of rapid technological innovation and AI, and the value of having a high bias for action and a passion for execution. Have a listen.

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🔍 Reflecting on US Manufacturing: The Cautionary Tale of GE Under Jack Welch 🏭 In the 90s, Jack Welch transformed GE with aggressive cost-cutting and a focus on short-term profits, epitomizing the era's corporate ethos. Greg Satell's article, 'Why GE's Incredible Turnaround Could Be A Sign of The Times,' provides valuable insights into how Jack Welch's approach nearly led to GE's downfall. Welch's financializing operations and outsourcing manufacturing strategy not only undermined GE's long-term innovation and stability but also contributed to a broader decline in US manufacturing dynamism. As we witness GE's recent efforts to refocus and stabilize, it's a stark reminder of the importance of sustainable practices and innovation in manufacturing. Let's learn from the past to build a more resilient future. How widespread is Jack Welch's shareholder fundamentalism today? Have you seen evidence that senior leaders continue to make short term decisions that undermine the future? Accelery, Inc. #Manufacturing #BusinessStrategy #GE #Innovation ♻ Repost if you found this helpful and follow me, Lenwood M. Ross, for help solving your organization's most complex problems.

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As M&A activities reshape industries and markets, understanding the secrets behind successful deals is key for organizations navigating strategic growth and transformation. Bain's 20 year look back on their book on M&A and expanded analysis explores the strategies that have propelled companies to excel in M&A execution, integration, and value creation. Frequent acquirers show a clear advantage in generating returns over others. Regardless, from target identification to meticulous due diligence to cultural alignment and post-merger integration, the journey to M&A success requires a strategic approach at every stage. #Mergers #Acquisitions #MandA #BusinessStrategy #ValueCreation

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CEOs across an array of sectors gathered recently to discuss AI, geopolitical risks, high interest rates, sustainability, and other global disruptions to their business. My colleague David Michels breaks down six key trends top of mind for these executives in his latest Forbes blog. https://dy.si/3gKXkM

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A great short piece from Michael Birshan, McKinsey & Company, on how to navigate current volatile times through superior Insight, Commitment and Execution, and through Strategic Courage focused on growth and aggressive resource reallocation as seen from owner-operated companies and new, ambitious CEOs aiming to re-invent their industry vs just benchmarking it.

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