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The Due Diligence Private Equity Still Gets Wrong: Human Capital
Most due diligences can slice the numbers a thousand ways. Markets, models, margins – all dissected surgical precision. But the one factor that decides whether any of it turns into performance — the people expected to deliver — is still often checked last, or lightly, or not at all.
Here’s the quiet contradiction in private equity: Financial DD predicts potential. Human Capital DD predicts reality. And the gap between the two is where value is most often lost.
The due diligence that private equity still underestimates: human capital
In private equity, financial and commercial due diligence primarily analyse potential. However, whether this potential is realised is decided solely by the organisation that is to implement it. Human capital due diligence reveals whether leadership, roles and culture are actually capable of delivering value enhancement plans – or whether this is precisely where the latest and most expensive loss of value occurs.
Japan meets Berlin-Brandenburg
The “Japan meets Berlin-Brandenburg” network demonstrates how active exchange between Germany and Japan functions. In conversation, Anne Pomsel, Marko Gretzschel, and Daniel Norpoth explain how the DJW promotes economic cooperation, cultural understanding, and sustainable relationships. A look behind the scenes of a network that builds bridges where others see boundaries.
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HAGER KICKOFF 2023
We look back with pleasure on a successful and enriching weekend that took place in Dresden from January 20 to 22, 2023. The annual kick-off event brought the entire team together to share, learn and celebrate.
No transformation without women
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Two steps ahead: How leadership succeeds in the digital transformation
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How new leaders in medical technology manage crisis situations
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Doctor shortage: If nothing changes, clinics will die too
‘If nothing changes, hospitals will die too’ – The shortage of doctors in hospitals is striking. What needs to change? We have suggestions!
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