Business intelligence and analytics is a key facet of modern-day business building. “BI gives you the ability to dig deeper in to all the operations of your business to track KPIs and other metrics, which can then help you steer your business,” says Houston Slatton, BluWave’s head of technology. Leaders at private equity firms, portfolio companies and private and public companies use data to answer questions about their business. This could give them a better understanding of their customer...

Healthcare is a hot sector for private equity firms looking to acquire new portfolio companies. Buy-side commercial due diligence on healthcare compliance is table stakes before any deal gets done. One expert service provider from our network says his firm has seen an influx of diligence requests in this industry since the beginning of 2022, and it hasn’t slowed down since. “There continues to be a lot of interest in the healthcare sector, whether it’s device manufacturers or contract...

Connecting with a service provider you can trust is like looking for a great dentist. Once you find “the one,” you wouldn’t put your teeth in anyone else’s hands. The same goes for your business. After a successful engagement with a trusted third party, you save a lot of time by contacting them directly the next time you have a need. There are reasons you have go-to service providers: they’re fast, reliable and they know your business. But if you love them so much, you’re probably not their...

What’s worse than not implementing artificial intelligence tools into your business? Implementing them without a plan. While it might feel like you’re falling further behind competitors every day you’re not adding AI to your tech stack, you’re better off waiting a little longer to get it right. Rushing out a half-baked product will only cause you more harm in the long run. Let’s dive in to some of the key precursor activities for implementing artificial intelligence into your business. Aligning...

Hiring activity remains strong, but the focus has shifted. Additionally, the AI craze is reaching a fever pitch in private equity. These and more insights come from our Q2 2023 BluWave Insights Report. The proprietary data used to compile this report comes from the projects we work on with our 500+ PE firm clients to get a bird’s eye view of the market. Other key findings from Q2 2023 include: Demand for artificial intelligence tools boosted Business Intelligence, Analytics & AI into the top 10...

The healthcare industry is in a constant state of flux. It’s a field that requires a dedicated workforce to manage patient care effectively. With the growing demand for healthcare services, the need for specialized professional healthcare recruiters has never been higher. Especially in areas such as multi-location healthcare services and chief medical officer searches, both on the clinician and corporate side. “Specialized recruiters will not only know the subset of candidates really well,”...

Deal sourcing in private equity is all about finding hidden opportunities and maximizing investments. Effective deal sourcing strategies can greatly influence an organization’s trajectory. When done well, the rewards can be outsized. To increase your chances of success, working with industry-specific, experienced third parties can give you a leg up. Let’s talk about a world-class service provider’s role in buy-side deal sourcing, as well how BluWave can get you connected to the right ones....

Commercial due diligence is a make or break process in mergers and acquisitions. In buy-side due diligence, the focus is on the acquiring party, rather than the target company. This makes it distinct from sell-side due diligence, which is conducted by the organization that may be acquired. “It’s standard operating procedure for private equity firms if they’re buying a company,” says Scott Bellinger, Bluwave’s co-head of research and operations. “No matter how good a company is, if the market is...

Effective leadership lies at the heart of any successful business. The ability to guide, motivate and inspire teams is what separates great leaders from the rest. But these skills don’t just appear overnight; they require nurturing and development, which is where leadership coaching comes into play. Leadership coaching serves as a compass for potential leaders, helping them navigate the complexities of modern business environments. By partnering with third-party resources who specialize in this...

BluWave welcomed a group of accomplished thought leaders June 22 for its latest VP forum. The panel, comprised of Lauren D’Amore of Prelude Growth Partners, Mackenzie Laudel of Shamrock Capital Advisors and Yan Levinski of Trivest Partners was moderated by BluWave founder & CEO, Sean Mooney. The experts delved into three critical aspects of the investment landscape: effective sector ideation strategy, bridging the buyer-seller valuation gaps and leveraging AI in the investment process. Here are...

Understanding your executive team’s dynamics, strengths and areas for development is pivotal to your company’s success. Executive team assessments can play a crucial role in this understanding, aligning the leadership team’s skills, behaviors and performance with the strategic goals. If you’re considering an executive team assessment, BluWave is equipped to connect you with top-tier resources to facilitate the process. Let’s dive in to better understand what it might look like when you engage a...

How are private equity firms and their portfolio companies leveraging data and analytics to transform their business landscape? What are the emerging trends in AI and machine learning? These were the central themes June 13 in the latest BluWave-hosted PE Operating Partners’ Forum. Our esteemed panelists, Tye Howell of Blue Point Capital Partners, Gregory Kegeles of Newlight Partners and Mark Steenhoek of The Stephens Group, LLC. teamed up for this insightful event. Here’s are some of the key...