Healthcare services organizations face a wide array of regulatory complexities. From laws that vary by location to patient privacy to fierce competition, the challenges are endless. For many, a growth strategy may not even seem like an option – they’re just trying to survive. With the right resources and a practical plan, though, these hurdles […]
The deeply personal nature of healthcare services, coupled with the growing demand for aesthetic treatments, presents unique challenges that demand a nuanced approach to marketing. Traditional, one-size-fits-all strategies fall short when it comes to addressing patient concerns and ensuring privacy. Today, successful healthcare marketing strategies must be as personalized and considerate as the services they […]
As part of BluWave’s quarterly Private Equity Insights Report, BluWave CEO Sean Mooney shares predictions on the PE industry and economy at large. These forecasts are based on BluWave’s proprietary data, publicly available economic data and Mooney’s instincts from nearly 20 years working in private equity. To hold himself accountable, here’s a look back at […]
The manufacturing sector, with its complex supply chains and reliance on precision, stands on the brink of a technological renaissance. As companies look to acquire or merge with manufacturing entities, IT due diligence emerges as a pivotal element, one that can reveal the technological prowess or deficiencies of a target company. This meticulous examination goes […]
Manufacturing companies recognize the value of board members who bring not just oversight but also strategic guidance to complex challenges. In this post, we’ll discuss the critical aspects of board advisory roles, drawing insights from recent BluWave client experiences across different use cases within the industry. We have seen how board members transcend traditional oversight […]
Operations diligence is a critical component of the acquisition process for private equity firms. Especially in the manufacturing sector. BluWave works with PE firms regularly to connect them with industry-specific resources to analyze their portfolio company targets. The following operations diligence checklist for the manufacturing industry is based on the myriad conversations we have had […]
When a private equity firm is evaluating an acquisition target, they perform thorough due diligence before making any decisions. One part of the due diligence process that tends to come later in the process is information technology (IT) due diligence. While important in any industry, this practice is particularly apropos for companies in the technology […]
Private equity firms face fierce competition for new deals. Even when the economy is strong, there could be dozens of groups vying for the same target. When the deal market is stagnant, though, it can seem impossible to find a viable acquisition, let alone have the winning bid. BluWave founder and CEO Sean Mooney encountered […]
Manufacturing businesses are faced with evolving challenges, especially amid an uncertain economy, constantly pressured from different angles by policy decisions and global events. BluWave sees this every day in the projects it supports for hundreds of private equity firms and thousands of businesses. Whether in human capital, operations, growth strategy or technology, today’s business leaders […]
Artificial intelligence has evolved from a futuristic concept into a business norm. The advent of Language Learning Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Bard is only the tip of the iceberg. While these consumer-focused models are noteworthy, they form only a fraction of AI’s potential. Businesses stand to gain significantly by digging deeper into the realm […]
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 […]
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, […]
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