Following the acquisition of a German company, a global chemicals group wanted to rapidly consolidate its structures and supply chains in order to realise the planned synergies. This client case study demonstrates how, with the help of artificial intelligence and international transformation expertise, we accelerated the integration process and laid the foundations for profitable growth.
MAKE SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSFORMATION SUCCESSFUL
50
interviews
Analysis of the structures, processes and levels of maturity of both companies as a basis for the integration.
AI-powered synergy analysis
Identification of opportunities across logistics sites and supply chains.
8 per cent growth in turnover
whilst organisational growth was just one per cent.
Client
A global chemicals group
Sector
Chemical industry
Project goal
Rapid integration of an acquired company, realisation of synergies, and harmonisation of processes, governance structures and supply chains.
Technology
AI-supported analysis of large volumes of data, supply chain and location analyses, data-driven identification of synergies.
Video: Tim Liesebach on the successful integration of two companies and sustainable growth.
The path to customer transformation
- The task
- Our approach
- The added value
Merging two companies profitably
Following the acquisition of the German company, the new unit was to be integrated swiftly into the existing structures of the global chemicals group. The aim was to capitalise on synergies at an early stage and to harmonise governance and process frameworks, as well as cultural differences. Furthermore, the aim was to close a strategic gap in the product portfolio.
Data-driven analysis. Joint implementation.
We began this project with a comprehensive analysis of around 50 interviews, as well as an evaluation of existing company data. With the help of AI, areas of potential were identified across supply chains and logistics sites. Building on this, our team developed a viable operating model for processes, governance and IT. By prioritising specific measures, we were able to achieve rapid success and implement the integration swiftly.
Realising synergies. Accelerating growth.
The client benefited from an integration process that was consistently aligned with its strategic objectives. By prioritising measures, both cost-saving and revenue-generating potential were taken into account in equal measure. The result: the strategic gap in the product portfolio was closed and revenue growth of over eight per cent was achieved – whilst organisational growth amounted to just one per cent.
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With international experience in transformation, AI-powered analytics and a global network of experts, we help companies implement complex integrations more quickly, realise synergies and drive sustainable growth.
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