White Paper

The business model of private equity (PE) firms has changed considerably in recent years. Traditionally focused on the use of debt capital to increase company value, PE companies are now placing greater emphasis on operational efficiency and sustainable value creation. This change requires robust operations teams to drive performance improvements and strategic realignment.

A recent survey by Horváth and interim-x of leading PE firms in the DACH region, Italy, and the UK shows that 70 percent of these firms employ dedicated operations or value creation teams, while only 20 percent rely exclusively on portfolio management.

PE firms are increasingly pursuing a hybrid approach that combines internal expertise with external resources to achieve optimal results. This balanced strategy ensures the flexibility, specialized knowledge, and objective perspectives that are critical to navigating complex investment landscapes.

The full white paper provides detailed insights and strategic approaches to value creation in private equity.