Sven Siepen

Nov 3, 2024 | rolandberger.com | Sven Siepen |Peter Odenwälder |Stefan Krieger

BySven Siepen,Peter Odenwälder andStefan Krieger Companies in the EPC industry have recently strived to secure profitability by improving project delivery to reduce Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). While this has largely been successful, it is now imperative for companies to focus on SG&A expenditure, which has long been overlooked. By critically assessing overhead spending, companies can uncover significant opportunities for improvement, thereby boosting their bottom-line performance.

Sep 23, 2024 | rolandberger.com | Sven Siepen |Steffen Thiel |Stefan Krieger

BySven Siepen,Steffen Thiel andStefan Krieger After several years of strong growth, the power tool and outdoor power equipment (OPE) industry has reached a turning point. In 2023, nearly all major players reported a decline in top-line growth due to post-pandemic market corrections. Increased margin pressure has shifted the focus toward cost reduction initiatives, yet the hoped-for recovery has not materialized in the first half of 2024.

Jul 10, 2024 | rolandberger.com | Sven Siepen

Switzerland’s EV sales penetration rate is healthy, but growth is slowing. And while its public charging sufficiency is comfortably above average, the share of DC chargers in Switzerland is well below par. EV sales are strong in Switzerland, but growth has slowed. The share of newly registered electric cars was 20.7% in 2023, which is three percentage points higher than in 2022. According to the government’s 2025 roadmap, this share should rise to 50% by 2025.

Dec 17, 2023 | rolandberger.com | Sven Siepen |Stefan Krieger

1. Geography: China at a crossroads The economic slowdown is impacting major economies across the globe, albeit with varying degrees and underlying causes. China, the catalyst for economic growth during recent decades, faces challenges stemming from its restrictive Covid policies, with concerns emerging about the political climate and stability of foreign investments.