Rising interest rates, volatile markets and digital upheavals are fundamentally changing the framework conditions for companies. Securing liquidity is once again taking centre stage - not just as a short-term measure, but as a strategic lever for stability. A central approach is the integrated management of working capital. Modern data architectures such as the SAP Business Data Cloud link planning, transaction and forecast data, thus enabling precise, forward-looking management. This not only gives companies transparency over cash flows, but also the ability to simulate scenarios and recognise risks at an early stage.
At the same time, the information sector is facing a profound transformation. Insolvencies among media companies and printers are on the rise, while AI is redefining business models. We shed light on the background to this development and show how companies can react to the increasing dynamics - from adapting their structures to utilising technological opportunities.
Another key topic is restructuring in family businesses. This is where business necessities meet emotional ties and long-term responsibility. Decisions are often value-orientated and require individual solutions that create trust and at the same time fulfil legal obligations such as early crisis detection. We provide insights into proven approaches that ensure stability and strengthen the ability to act.
The overview is rounded off with practical concepts for transparent cost models. Open book procedures create a fair basis for partnerships by disclosing cost structures and incentivising efficiency. In this way, security of supply and economic viability can be guaranteed even in critical situations.
