Ensuring efficient information flow in complex organizations
27 November 2024 — Organizations with complex structures often struggle with maintaining efficient information flow. Utilizing a structured meeting cadence and empowering the frontlines can help.
Optimizing working capital in a downturn for resilience
18 December 2023 — Many companies struggle to free up cash via optimizing their net working capital (NWC). This article outlines a pragmatic process for optimizing NWC, adding practical key considerations. A systematic process is essential to free up cash reserves and shift from passive monitoring to active optimization.
Navigating global uncertainty using scenario analysis
23 May 2025 — Global uncertainty, driven by shifting geopolitical dynamics and trade disruptions, requires strategic foresight from businesses to ensure resilience and adaptability. This article explores the use of scenario analysis as a method to navigate such uncertainties effectively.
Navigating Arctic ambitions: opportunities and risks for Finland’s icebreaker industry
12 August 2025 — The Arctic region has emerged as a strategic focal point due to its vast economic potential and intensifying geopolitical competition. Finland is well-positioned to seize significant opportunities by strategically navigating complex opportunities and risks.
Korean economy and the role of its SMEs
8 March 2024 — For Korean SMEs, expanding domestically and internationally is vital to the country’s economy. To realistically succeed overseas, SMEs need to carefully analyze local markets and seek proper support to surpass cultural and language barriers.
Unlocking opportunities and overcoming challenges for SMEs expanding to the UAE market
18 November 2024 — UAE’s economic diversification is opening opportunities for SMEs, backed by a favorable business environment. This article explores key sectors, considerations, and challenges. Explore what it takes to succeed in this dynamic market.
Driving cost consciousness in product development with a light design-to-cost approach
26 September 2025 — Companies often face limited cost visibility and late procurement involvement, making savings hard to achieve. A lighter design-to-cost approach offers quick wins, builds awareness, and paves the way to the full process adoption.
Your supply chain can benefit from a practical implementation of the "China Plus One" strategy
12 November 2024 — Due to EU-China tit-for-tat tariffs and Trump's second term, companies seek supply chain alternatives. However, many doubt viability, worry about repercussions and struggle to achieve cost-saving. Pragmatic analysis and risk mitigations with a dynamic roadmap can maximize value capture.