Roadmap to success
Successful collaboration needs clear structures. Right from the start. That’s why we at Abacus alpha have established a roadmap for the transaction process. It is well thought out and guides us step by step to our goal: reliably and to the benefit of all parties involved.
The first step is to get to know each other. After signing a confidentiality agreement, we get to know each other in a non-binding meeting. This gives us a first impression: What does your business model look like? How sustainable is it? How well do we fit together?
If a positive impression is created on both sides, we carry out an initial company valuation on the basis of key business figures. As part of a letter of intent, we formulate a non-binding purchase price offer.
If our ideas are in line, the “due diligence” phase follows: a time of in-depth, careful examination. In dialogue with you and on the basis of the most important documents, we analyze the opportunities and risks, strengths and weaknesses of your company.
If the results of this check confirm our positive assessment, we will submit a binding offer to you.
If the binding offer is accepted, purchase contract negotiations follow in which the details of the transaction are fixed.
Abacus alpha’s structured process supports you in efficiently utilizing growth capital and successfully completing the transaction.
Investment management
After the successful transaction process, the actual collaboration begins: for a shared future, new opportunities and steady growth. To this end, each investment at Abacus alpha has a dedicated contact person. This person advises the established management, supports the strategic direction of the company and builds promising bridges to other portfolio companies.
The Abacus alpha principles for ongoing investment management:
We rely on cooperation with the existing management and do not intervene in the management of day-to-day business. We also have no requirements with regard to standardized controlling tools. The usual business evaluations and personal coordination are sufficient for our investment management. To this end, we set up monthly status meetings with the management. In succession situations, we work with those responsible to find suitable managers and make decisions together.
We set perspectives and achieve goals by setting the strategic framework together with the management of an associated company: by means of a formulated mission and vision as well as concrete action plans for the achievement of goals and their regular review.
We provide impetus for strategic development and create synergies, in personal dialog, with a sense of proportion and tact. Our investment managers bring transaction experience, often industry expertise and, in any case, specialist knowledge in a wide range of areas, such as human resources, marketing and sales strategy, financing and internationalization. As coaches and sparring partners, they support the management systematically and effectively. In addition, there are annual impulse meetings and expert workshops within the group of companies, which promotes communication between the portfolio companies and opens up potential for cooperation.
Thomas Götzmann Chief Financial Officer, Abacus alpha
Sustainable corporate development at Abacus alpha
Abacus alpha views itself not only as an investor, but also as a long-term partner that provides its portfolio companies with comprehensive support and encouragement. Our responsibility as an impact investor goes far beyond financial investments: we see it as our task to accompany our companies in their development, promote their growth and support them in mastering the challenges of day-to-day business. We aim to bring about progress and positive change in society through sustainable corporate development.
We attach great importance to the continuous development of our companies.
Abacus alpha offers regular further training and promotes the development of networks in key areas such as HR, marketing and management. The exchange within our competence network creates synergies that benefit everyone involved.
In today’s business world, digital transformation is essential.
Abacus alpha actively supports its companies in the digitalization process and helps them to increase their digital maturity. Our experts are at your side to optimize processes and implement innovative solutions.
The long-term strategic orientation of your company is crucial for sustainable success. Our investment managers work closely with you to develop customized growth strategies that strengthen your market position and open up new opportunities. Together, we develop realistic and ambitious growth scenarios that turn your vision into reality.
As part of the Abacus alpha Group, you enjoy all the benefits of a strong network of expertise. This network allows you to access valuable resources, share knowledge and benefit from the experience of others. Our group of companies encourages exchange and collaboration so that you can grow in a supportive environment.
Our investment managers are not only experts in their field, but also passionate entrepreneurs. They accompany your company with commitment and expertise, stand by your side as partners in strategic decisions and support you in all aspects of day-to-day business. This personal support is a central component of our sustainable corporate development and a key factor in the success of our investments.
Central services for your business development
Our portfolio companies benefit from a wide range of central services that allow them to concentrate on their core competencies. These include:
Accounting and IT
We offer customized solutions that reduce administrative effort and ensure efficient processes.
Communication and marketing
Our team will help you strengthen your brand and increase your reach by developing and implementing targeted PR and marketing strategies.
Personnel services
We support you in building up capable personnel and a good infrastructure.