Now more than ever, private equity investors, savvy boardporate management are recognizing that trouble must never be the only catalyst for change, and that performance improvement is more than just a means to a turnaround.
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– Supply Chain
– IT
– Finance and Accounting
In today's uncertain macro economy, companies -- from sophisticated middle market businesses to complex Global 1000 entities -- recognize that remaining competitive is more challenging than ever before. This is when leadership and a bias to action can make all the difference.
Success demands a clear path to results. Working with management of the troubled or underperforming company, A&M helps develop a strategic plan that addresses challenges and opportunities, and builds on the core strengths of the company.
Alvarez & Marsal's Transaction Advisory Group works with private equity firms, corporate acquirers, and hedge funds to identify and maximize value at every point in the transaction lifecycle.
Partner with the right expert team to navigate through a crisis or assist with a dispute.
Responsiveness. As tax law continues to increase in complexity and the stakes for businesses continue to rise, nothing is more important. Risk must be mitigated. Opportunities must be seized. Critical decisions must be made and implemented.
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) Taxand provides the quality client service you need.
As companies, especially those in highly regulated industries, face mounting pressures and are forced to navigate a rapidly changing regulatory landscape, A&M has built a team of valuation professionals who thrive in an environment of financial complexity and have the experience and intelligence to meet your valuation needs, strategy and objectives.
A&M works with corporations to effectively oversee the implementation of operational regulations and standards put in place by government agencies. We advise in the development of internal policies and procedures that allow the our clients to remain in compliance and avoid any type of censure from government agencies.
Trends in public policy and shareholder powers and activism place increasingly complex interlinked demands for transparency and accountability from corporate board structures and functions.
High-profile struggles of giants such as General Motors, Chrysler and Ford have brought to the forefront the increasingly volatile market conditions facing today’s automotive industry. Uncertainty surrounding macroeconomic challenges and the liquidity of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), as well as the supply base, makes the near-term seem bleak and uncertain. As a result, automakers and their suppliers, whether distressed, underperforming or healthy, are filled with a greater sense of urgency to stop crises in their tracks, rapidly improve performance and create sustainable growth.
The consumer packaged goods industry is at a crossroads. Given current economic realities, these organizations continue to be challenged as they balance gaining share of the consumer’s wallet while providing value to the consumer. Faced with pressures from retailers, the diminishing impact of advertising, as well as competition from high-quality private label offerings, many consumer packaged goods organizations are losing critical brand relevance and positioning in the retail battleground.
With deep industry experience and a hands-on approach, Alvarez & Marsal's energy team works with energy companies to improve performance, solve their most complex problems and deal with many of the challenges they face in today’s competitive environment.
The credit crisis has produced a global shockwave for the financial services industry. Lingering pools of troubled assets, increased regulatory implications, government assistance, as well as the fall of major players continue to present unique challenges along with complex, mounting pressures and aggressive legislative developments.
Healthcare organizations and their stakeholders face unprecedented challenges in managing the business of healthcare. These mounting pressures can undermine – if not outright threaten – the sustainable delivery of quality services.
Technology companies face myriad challenges to not only meet financial goals, but to remain competitive in a constantly changing and innovative landscape. Consumers are increasingly savvy in technology capabilities and, consequently, are more sophisticated in their demands. In an economic downturn, technology businesses face budget cuts, declining sales and a decrease in consumer demand. To weather the storm, cost savings are crucial to firms that are struggling amid distressed market conditions.
Companies across the insurance sector face complex challenges to improve performance, meet financial and operational targets and comply with state insurance regulations. These challenges may include mounting pressure to maintain sufficient statutory capital, manage distribution channels, attract and retain customers, price and manage risk and align technology with business. To maximize value for stakeholders while protecting policyholders, insurance companies must simultaneously improve operating efficiencies and capital management while seeking profitable new avenues for growth.
Manufacturing, which accounts for 18 percent of world GDP, is now facing its largest decline since World War II. Global competition, complex company structures, and emerging markets are challenging current business capabilities, while providing opportunities for prepared companies to gain market share. Input costs are challenging and IT and human capital investments are crucial considerations for all manufacturing businesses.
As communications, media, and entertainment companies continue to combat the complex challenges presented by the digital movement, plummeting ad revenues and consolidation, many recognize the significant opportunity the current landscape presents for improving the performance of their operations.
A&M helps public sector leaders to thoroughly analyze operations, seize opportunities and effect functional change to dramatically impact service delivery and budget management – in any economic climate.
In today's uncertain economy, retailers are filled with a greater sense of urgency to deliver near-term results and create sustainable models for future growth.
Cutthroat competition and the increasingly unforgiving credit markets are creating a variety of challenges for transportation and airline companies. In an industry that requires significant capital expenditure and investment, and with long-term high fuel prices putting pressure on businesses, leverage is often necessary to maintain liquidity.
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global professional services firm specializing in turnaround and interim management, performance improvement and business advisory services. A&M delivers specialist operational, consulting and industry expertise to management and investors seeking to accelerate performance, overcome challenges and maximize value across the corporate and investment lifecycles. Founded in 1983, the firm is known for its distinctive restructuring heritage, hands-on approach and relentless focus on execution and results.
