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Consulting

In a world of constant change, we don’t just consult - we partner. Together, we tackle complexity, co-create bold solutions and spark the pivotal seconds where real innovation begins. 

Why Consulting is Needed Today

The world around us is moving rapidly, and so are the challenges businesses face.
In times of uncertainty and transformation, consulting is not just about providing advice - it’s about collaborating, about being partners.
We work side by side with you to solve problems, spark ambition and create aha-moments where true innovation happens and momentum is built.
We bring the systematic approach and experience, guiding you towards your pivotal seconds.

Our Goal

To realise innovation that matters - fueling bold moves and scalable impact.
We do this by systematically turning insights into action, trends into opportunities and ideas into results.

OUR APPROACH

Instead of offering one-size-fits-all solutions, we customise our approach based on your needs - bringing our mix of science, entrepreneurship and deep expertise to every project.

Creating Innovation Side by Side

We work shoulder to shoulder with you - combining your expertise with our fresh perspectives, drive and systematic approach to unlock new ideas and build real solutions.
Innovation isn’t something we deliver to you; it’s something we create together.
We will be part of your team, guiding - but also working with - you.
We lead dedicated workshops and work together between those.

From Insight to Independence

Innovation only works when it comes from within - so we make sure it does.
Through our action-based learning approach, we help you build skills and gain experience throughout the journey - so your team grows with the challenge and is equipped to lead the next one.

Rigorous. Scientific. Proven.

We bring structure to uncertainty - using our proven St. Gallen Navigator frameworks and our insights and experience from other industries to navigate uncertainty with confidence.
Our approach is rigorous but flexible to adapt to your circumstances.

Beyond Industry Boundaries

We work across industries, bringing in inspiration from outside to break out of your dominant industry logic.
By merging these fresh perspectives with your deep expertise, we spark new ideas and uncover solutions that wouldn’t emerge from looking inward alone.

Not Just Talk - Action

The goal is not to create fancy slide decks.
We aim to create real business impact: from prototypes to pilots, we help you move fast, test early and build real-world solutions that matter.

HOW WE HELP

We consult you at every stage along the innovation journey.

RELATED INSIGHTS

Browse our latest insights and cases - led by research, made by practitioners.

Cases

How ZF Brandenburg Plotted Life After Combustion Gearboxes

ZF’s Brandenburg plant makes manual and dual-clutch gearboxes, about 120 000 units a year. As demand shifts to electric drives the work will dry up. In twelve months we ran the Business Transformation Navigator with staff and external experts. Together we shaped three new business models and built full investment cases, giving the site a clear future path and protecting jobs.

Business Modeling
Consulting
Venture Building
Mobility
Mobility & Transport
Cases

How Schaidt Turned Insolvency Into an E-mobility Comeback

When its last audio-electronics contracts vanished, Schaidt Innovations filed for insolvency. Instead of closing the plant, we ran a fast business-model innovation sprint that created a new plan to build electric-vehicle charging stations. The strategy convinced Webasto to acquire the site and keep 170 jobs.

Business Modeling
Consulting
Venture Building
Mobility
Mobility & Transport
Cases

How a Refractory Leader Tripled its Recycling Rate

A global supplier of refractory products wanted to scale battery recycling and make circularity pay. In one year we used the Circular Economy Navigator to pick the right business model, test it with customers and build a roadmap. The work led to a joint venture that tripled the company’s recycling rate and cut waste costs.

Business Modeling
Consulting
Venture Building
Sustainability
Manufacturing
Cases

How a Nuclear Technology Leader Entered EV Battery Recycling

A French industrial group known for nuclear fuel cycles wanted to use its metallurgy skills in electric-vehicle battery recycling. Over three years we mapped the market, designed business models and set clear decision points. The work led to joint ventures for battery components in northern France and a pilot recycling plant that is now under construction.

Business Modeling
Consulting
Sustainability
Energy
Cases

How Omya Built a Focused AI Strategy in Industrial Minerals

Omya wanted a clear plan for using artificial intelligence across its operations. In a four-phase project we assessed readiness, set goals, selected pilot uses and built a scale-up roadmap. The result is a ranked list of AI priorities and a governance model that keeps efforts aligned.

Consulting
Digitalisation
Chemicals 
& Materials
Strategy
Cases

How PostAuto Reinvented its Business Model for the 21st Century

With a fleet of 2,400 vehicles, a network spanning more than 12,000 kilometers, and 155 million passengers transported every year, PostAuto is the market leader in public bus transport in Switzerland. For more than 100 years, the subsidiary of the Swiss Post has provided regional and rural bus services throughout the entire country.

Business Modeling
Consulting
Digitalisation
Mobility
Cases

How a Traditional Industrial Manufacturer Unlocked the Value of Software-based Solutions

Founded in the first half of the 19th century, Europe’s largest industrial manufacturer looks back on a long and eventful history. With the passing of decades, the company has grown into a truly global player with 350k+ employees and 200+ production facilities around the world.

Business Modeling
Consulting
Digitalisation
Cases

How an Ag-tech Leader set up Value-based Pricing with Farmers

A global ag-tech company wanted to sell its high-performance seeds straight to farmers. We led a one-year BMI Launchpad project, co-developed a value-based pricing model and tested it in three countries. The pilot showed that farmers gained better yields and the company captured more value when both sides shared risk and reward.

Agriculture & Food
Digitalisation
Business Modeling
Consulting
Venture Building
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Georg von der Ropp

Managing Partner