Two events this week have prompted me to produce this post and it just highlights what those of us who practice ‘change management’ know already – it is the people who matter if you want to bring about lasting change in your organisation. Sounds obvious I know, but two conversations this week have made me […]
M&A – how to find the perfect deal (part 2)
In part 1 of this M&A article I described why you may want to consider an acquisition. Here are some of the reasons: Reaching a wider customer base and increasing your market share Diversification of the products, services and long-term prospects Obtaining quality staff or additional skills Reducing your costs and overheads Accelerating your business […]
Mergers & Acquisitions – how to find the perfect deal (part 1)
First, a question: What do Apple, Amazon, Pearson, Virgin, B Sky B, Bloomsbury and ITV all have in common? Answer: They have all acquired other businesses as a means to develop their own corporations. This is not just in the media sector either. Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) is a route for business development in any […]
Trust Industry Technology Seminar – a new breed of trust company
Over the last couple of weeks I have had the pleasure to present to over 70 trust industry professionals in Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man. The seminars introduced the concepts of The Agile Trust Company and 2nd Generation Trust Software. Agile Trust Companies are those that are able to provide excellent customer service, […]
The Changing Times – realising value creation
For the March edition of ‘the changing times’, the bi-monthly newsletter from my consultancy network The Lamberhurst Corporation, click here. The focus on this edition is ‘realising value creation’ with articles which include:- Mergers and Acquisitions – finding the right deal Outsourcing Case Studies Consultant Profiles Related posts: the changing times – January 2012 The Changing […]
Efficiency & Effectiveness
“Efficiency is doing better what is already being done. Effectiveness is deciding what to do better.” Source: Peter F Drucker I used this subject at a presentation to the 7.45 Breakfast Club this week. Given that the club has members from a very broad spectrum of businesses, including sole traders, I wanted a subject that […]
