compass

We help navigate through the identification, evaluation and development of potential acquisition opportunities with an integrated view of the entire investment cycle

We hold a dual top-down and bottom-up view on a potential acquisition and take likely macroeconomic developments, market reactions as well as micro level growth, EBITDA and capex drivers into consideration. Through a first-hand understanding of value creation levers and active ownership due to our operational consulting heritage, we can provide our clients with a clearer picture of the asset’s potential and uncover hidden value creation opportunities that might help them to develop a successful contrarian investment thesis. Our proprietary methods and templates enable us to support extremely efficient bidding processes. We provide a seamless integration into possible strategy development, performance improvement and corporate turnaround initiatives.

Find acquisition targets

  • Industry and company scan
  • Pre-Due Diligence

Perform Due Diligence

  • Industry, market and company assessment
  • Operational status quo and improvement potential
  • EBITDA/capex driver modeling
  • Synergy potential
  • Unidentified value creation potential

Develop and formulate strategic direction

  • Products and services
  • Markets and geographies
  • Acquisitions and divestitures
  • Operations and supply chain

Implement value creation opportunities

  • 100-day program development and setup
  • Post merger integration
  • Special initiative implementation support

Prepare exit

  • Carve out/merger preparation
  • IPO investment case
  • Information memorandum/vendor due diligence