Marco D'Avino

Jun 17, 2024 | bain.com | Simon Henderson |Marco D'Avino |Eric Thompson |Danielle Stekelenburg

A volatile macro environment and threats of a recession have prompted many companies to cut costs aggressively. Leadership teams are scrambling to adapt to high inflation, supply chain disruptions, ESG commitments, changing customer needs, and a higher cost of capital. All face uncertain economic growth. Continual cost and productivity improvements can address those challenges—and they remain fundamental to any firm’s success.