Industrials

In the aftermath of the global recession, industrial companies need to chart a new strategic course in order to position themselves for the future of positive economic indicators dampened by demand outlooks in several geographies. With this still-fledgling industrial revival have come difficult decisions that will likely shape opportunities for years to come. These choices, including growth in emerging markets, supply chains, manufacturing footprints, currency strategies, R&D spending, and labor costs, are never far from the forefront for industrial companies even in good times. But in the unstable footing of this post-recession environment, being right about them is more essential than ever.

Drawing on a deep understanding of industry dynamics, extensive experience along the entire value chain, and broad functional capabilities (in organizational change, operations, and IT), Booz & Company assists many of the world’s leading industrial companies. Our global capabilities are delivered throughout the sector to industrial conglomerates, focused niche players, and financial investors. Working together with our clients, we assist with strategy development and execution such as growth strategies, manufacturing and supply chain optimization, performance improvement programs, and M&A transaction support.

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Our Thought Leadership

Industrials Industry Perspectives for 2013
Despite some positive signs, particularly in the U.S. manufacturing sector, industrial companies face shrinking growth in revenue and earnings. They will need to think differently about their investments, and how their business models are structured. read more >

Is Your Company Fit for Growth?
Companies that cut costs thoughtfully and deploy their resources strategically will be prepared for the next round of expansion. read more on strategy+business >

The Top 10 M&A Fallacies and Self-Deceptions
With merger and acquisition activity heating up, here’s a due diligence checklist for regaining clarity. Often, a common set of attitudes is at play in M&A — implicit assumptions held by the leaders who put deals together and conducted the due diligence. read more on strategy+business >

The China Strategy
China strategy today doesn't just mean implementing a set of plans for doing business in China — most big companies are already selling to China’s markets and competing against Chinese companies. read more >

Order out of Chaos: A Third-Generation Approach to Developing Winning Products
At most companies, new product design is still a rigid, linear staged process. Companies need a more agile product development system that is capable of addressing frequent iterations of multiple design options up front.download (680kb, PDF) >

Make or Break: How Manufacturers Can Leap from Decline to Revitalization
Make or Break demonstrates how businesses can revolutionize manufacturing practices to create growth, transform plant operations, and heal fragmented supply chains.read more >

Client Examples

Case Study 1: The client needed to develop a solid strategic foundation and direction for its key emerging market in South East Asia.
Case Study 2:A wiring devices company had three separate entities in the US with separate back office functions and reportedly high SG&A costs compared to other internal and external benchmarks.
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Service Areas

Booz & Company offers a complete range of integrated services with capabilities including strategy and leadership, information technology, organization and change management, and operations.