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Insights from the world of private equity, strategic consulting, and business intelligence.

Colocation Security: Facilities, Services, Meaning

Colocation Services: Why Use Them? Colocation services provide businesses with the space, power, cooling and security required to host their IT equipment in a data center. Colo security providers offer a wide range of services tailored to the requirements of organizations of all sizes, from small businesses that may need only a few server racks to large enterprises that require entire data halls. With cybersecurity as important as ever, it pays to work with information technology experts who...
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Private Equity Firms, Value Creation, Portfolio CEOs

Org Chart Planning: Aligning with Growth Strategy

Are you a business leader looking to take your organization to the next level? Are you struggling to find the right structure to support your growth? If so, you’re not alone. Many companies struggle with org chart planning, but it’s a critical step in any successful growth strategy. Let’s explore the benefits of org chart planning and how a senior advisor or consultant can help you create a structure that supports your growth goals. What is Org Chart Planning? Org chart planning is the process...
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Private Equity Firms, Value Creation, Portfolio CEOs

AI Data Analytics: Business Intelligence Tools

What is AI Analytics? Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool for data analytics in the business world. AI-driven analytics is the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to analyze and interpret data. It involves the application of algorithms that can learn from data, identify patterns and make predictions or recommendations based on that analysis. It’s also a way for organizations and businesses to unlock insights and make decisions faster and more...
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Private Equity Firms, Operations, Value Creation

Q1 2023 BluWave Insights: HR, Tech Take Center Stage

Every quarter our team analyzes the projects we work on with our 500+ PE firm clients to get a bird’s eye view of the market. We recently compiled our Q1 2023 findings into our BluWave Insights Report. You can request your copy and our client coverage team will be in touch. Key findings from Q1 ’23 include: Value creation activity is at an all-time high, matching Q1 2022. Human capital remains PE’s primary area of focus at 45% of all Q1 activity, also matching an all-time high. Technology...
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Private Equity Firms, Portfolio CEOs, Due Diligence

What is Product Positioning? Framework, Strategy for Marketing

Product Positioning Framework Product positioning refers to the strategic process of establishing a distinct and favorable perception of a product in the minds of consumers relative to its competitors. It involves creating a unique and compelling position in the market that differentiates the product from others and resonates with the target customers. It is also a strategic marketing process that of identifying and communicating a product’s or service’s key attributes, differentiators and...
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Private Equity Firms, Operations, Value Creation

Automating Accounts Payable: Benefits of the Best Software

What is AP Automation Software? Accounts payable (AP) automation software is a multifunctional tool that assists businesses in optimizing and automating their accounts payable operations. This can involve activities such as processing invoices, matching purchase orders, and reconciling payments. AP automation software has the potential to reduce risk, increase precision, and save time and money for businesses. AP automation software typically comes equipped with the following functionalities:...
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Private Equity Firms, Value Creation, Finance

Private Equity Market Analysis: Growth Strategy for Businesses

Private equity market analysis is crucial to inform business decisions about essential activities such as marketing strategies and product development. It involves gathering and analyzing data about a specific market, including its size, potential and competition. Before any acquisition, BluWave’s co-head of research and operations, Scott Bellinger, emphasizes the importance of this exercise. “No matter how strong a target company’s product or service is, if the market is shrinking, then it...
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Private Equity Firms, Value Creation

How To Extract Data from ERP Systems

What is ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)? Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software streamlines business processes by coordinating data flow across an organization. It provides a single source of truth and optimizes operations. They are used to manage everyday business activities such as finance functions, compliance, risk management, retail, supply chain and HR. How To Extract Data from ERP Systems Integrate API Endpoints One way to extract data from ERP systems is by connecting your...
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Private Equity Firms, Prep For Sale, Finance

In the Know: Optimizing the Finance Function

By evaluating the technology, processes, and people within the finance function of their portcos, private equity firms can make informed decisions that can lead to improved financial performance and increased profitability. Here are a few ways they’re already doing so: Technology: After an acquisition, portfolio companies incur debt that they need to measure against for the duration of the hold period. To effectively measure financial goals like these, companies need a robust, PE-grade...
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Private Equity Firms, Value Creation, Finance

What is Technical Debt in Due Diligence?

Technical debt doesn’t always get a good rep, but it’s not black and white, either. There are both benefits – usually early on – and consequences, which accumulate with time. As part of their IT due diligence process, many private equity firms take a hard look at the technical debt they might incur. That means it’s just as important for portcos, as well as private and public companies, to understand what they have on their hands before engaging in a potential sale or transaction. In addition to...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

Challenges of Mergers and Acquisitions: Why They Fail

The majority of mergers and acquisitions fail. But why is that? This can happen for many reasons: disunity, lack of communication, impatience, poor due diligence. In any case, many of these failures can be avoided, either by better planning, or by calling off the engagement when the two sides realize it’s not meant to be. We’re going to look at some of the more common reasons mergers and acquisitions fail, along with some potential solutions. Success/Failure Rate of Mergers and Acquisitions...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

Interim CFO for a Financial Crisis

When a company faces a financial crisis, an interim chief financial officer can make all the difference in a successful turnaround. Whether going through a restructuring, facing bankruptcy or other challenging financial situations, an experienced financial leader is essential. Situations for an Interim CFO A financial crisis can be due to something within a company, external economic forces, or both. Poorly responding to a distressing financial situation can destroy a business. A capable...
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Private Equity Firms, Value Creation, Portfolio CEOs

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