Strategy

VALOR supports its clients in formulating and executing their strategies. Our approach to strategy is underpinned by the notion that every client situation is unique and therefore requires a tailor-made approach. We create value for our clients through rigorous analysis, accrued deep sector experience and functional knowledge, as well as pragmatic and action-oriented solutions – not through off-the shelf templates or generic frameworks.

We take pride in speaking our clients’ language, and our senior team members serve as sparring partners to our clients’ decision makers on all strategic questions – whether it is the long-term direction of the company or the implementation timeline for a specific initiative. Our support in strategy-related engagements can take the shape of process facilitation to full responsibility for the process, from data gathering and analysis to strategy formulation. Regardless of the role, our consultants always have their own viewpoint. 

For us, strategy processes are only a small share of our strategy advisory work. Market studies, competitor analysis and feasibility studies are typical assignments that support our clients in making better fact-based strategic choices. Go-to-market strategies, product strategies and pricing strategies are examples of more focused strategic assignments. Restructuring the organization and establishing new management processes are often essential components of strategy delivery.  

Examples of recent projects

Supporting the strategy process for an international malting company  

Heat market review for a large energy company 

Formulation of a business plan for a solar energy operator 

Comprehensive strategy process for a leading private social care provider  

International market analysis, focusing on growth options, for a leading private healthcare provider  

Corporate customers market study for a major financial services provider 

New business development & service design coordination for an ICT-company 

International expansion planning for an infrastructure developer

Commercial & technology benchmarking of AMM solutions for a DSO 

Growth strategy for a software company 

Reform of the district heating strategy for a municipal energy company 

Formulating a business strategy for an international energy company 

Wind power market study for a municipal energy company 

Business plan for a company providing energy efficiency measures 

Wealth management services strategy for a major financial services provider 

Mobility services industry report 

New business strategy & competitor benchmarking for a DSO 

Health insurance strategy for a non-life insurance company