Strategic Studies
As an alternative to a full engagement we offer more condensed, strategy focused studies. We partner with clients to assist in answering a targeted question. Examples of strategic studies include developing go-to-market strategies, conducting merger and acquisition due diligence, developing footprint and network strategies, or assisting with post-merger integration. Strategic studies focus on a multi-step approach. The result is an actionable implementable strategy that aligns the commercial and operational strategies of a business.
Key Client Challenges
Our Process
Pre-Study Alignment
Pre-Study Alignment
Conduct stakeholder interviews and preliminary data reviews to establish strategic questions, clarify objectives, and develop working hypotheses.
Baseline Assessment
Baseline Assessment
Evaluate the current state of the organization—its market position, operations, and commercial strategy—to ground the study in real business context.
Gap & Risk Identification
Gap & Risk Identification
Identify data gaps, strategic blind spots, and operational challenges that may hinder accurate analysis or implementation planning.
Targeted Data Collection
Targeted Data Collection
Gather primary and secondary data from internal sources, industry benchmarks, and market intelligence to support a fact-based evaluation.
Hypothesis Validation
Hypothesis Validation
Test and refine initial hypotheses using collected data to ensure conclusions are both analytically sound and strategically relevant.
Stakeholder Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement
Ensure alignment on goals, assumptions, and priorities through regular stakeholder check-ins and validation sessions.
Scope Definition & Value Driver Focus
Scope Definition & Value Driver Focus
Narrow study focus to high-impact areas by identifying key value drivers linked to revenue growth, cost efficiency, or market expansion.
Competitive & Industry Benchmarking
Competitive & Industry Benchmarking
Assess strategic positioning against industry peers to surface opportunities for differentiation and innovation.
Strategic Opportunity Analysis
Strategic Opportunity Analysis
Explore potential strategic options through synthesis of market trends, customer needs, financial modeling, and competitor strategies.
Scenario & Risk Planning
Scenario & Risk Planning
Model multiple strategic options and their potential outcomes to understand trade-offs, risks, and upside potential.
Initiative Prioritization
Initiative Prioritization
Rank initiatives based on feasibility, value creation potential, time to impact, and alignment with broader business goals.
Synthesis & Strategic Roadmap
Synthesis & Strategic Roadmap
Deliver a clear, actionable strategic plan—complete with recommendations, implementation timelines, financial considerations, and an executive-level presentation.
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