Topical Strategic Thoughts 

These are sent to clients fortnightly as PerryScopes.  They illustrate some of the challenges put to our clients by Perry & Associates and how we can help them succeed.  Select a PerryScope on the subject of your choice: ... A "What If" Scenario - Why the Recession won't last forever Acquisition - Marketing and market place due diligence ... Acquisition due diligence - a "failure" that builds trust Acquisitions - Marketing Due Diligence Adapting to Recessionary Times Adopting an integrated strategic pricing programme African expansion from concept to action in 8 weeks Aligning the salesforce with new, profitable company strategies Are uncertain times a challenge to the business plan? Branding in South Africa - Brands that we can trust Business Solutions for Boom Times Capitalising on successful strategies through acceleration Consulting in boom times Conversations about Recession Creating competitive advantage through "living" the brand Creating growth by redesigining distribution channels Creating new markets for Saco systems Dealing with boom times A one-on-one discussion with Mike Perry Delivering change by being first! Delivering change in the relationships with large, powerful distributors Delivering change with successful acquisitions Due diligence on post-acquisition strategy ... Feasibility study results in entry into the SA market Feasibility study that identified international opportunities ... Focusing on unprofitable customer to create a company-wide turnaround From Commission Fees - Capitalising on changes in industry remuneration Having Trouble with Strategy Execution? High Impact, Great Value Consulting! How to move quickly from big strategic idea to successful execution It's official - the recession is over! Looking after the top line - a checklist Move like a World Champion! Partnering to grow Preparing for growth - building a rational case for "doing the hard stuff" Pricing strategies that change the balance of power ... Problems Implementing Strategy Reaching revenue goals Recession is Official! Restructuring and revitalising your sales team Roadmap to Change - creating new revenue streams Roadmap to Change - reach for your vision Roadmap to Change - revitalising strategic partnerships Roadmap to Change - get the most from strategic counsel Slowdown Threatening Some thoughts for when this Recession is over ... Strategies for successful times Strategy that stopped the planned invation by a multinational competitor Taking the strategic initiative - 7 factors for success The Brand Health Check - 8 Signs that your Brand will continue delivering The market feasibility study results in the rebirth ... The Marketer's Toolbox for Uncertain Times The Pricing checklist Times have changed - have customers' perceptions of your company changed too? Turning change management initiatives into specific competitive advantage Using "What Ifs?" to get a fix on strategic advantage Using new laws and regulations to rapidly change ... Winning from behind - dislodging a competitor ...   Building confidence into your business... 23 September 2011 When general confidence is down, a team that builds on success and change has the competitive edge. Today's uncertainty looks likely to continue for another 6-18 months; sure, you've been successful by capitalising on the positive, getting into new markets and extracting more efficiency by continually squeezing the lemon. Now's the time to take some of the cash pile to get a tighter focus on the opportunities out there: Given that the business environment remains uncertain, get an objective, in-depth opinion from outsiders on the reality of the opportunity or more practical ways to execute. Our team has plentiful experience in helping our clients create and implement the strategic changes that allow them to get more out of the market. If you'd like to talk about boosting confidence and competitive position through practical innovation, call Mike Perry, Gail Silberman or Phillip Ridge on 011 483 3690 / 3595