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Industrial Goods
Cash Flow Optimisation
22.02.2024 | Study

Optimize Net Working Capital

Insights for Engineered Products Firms

Discover trends and strategies for managing net working capital in the DACH region’s Engineered Products sector from 2019 to 2022.

In Short: 

  • In the complex landscape of the manufacturing sector, the management of financial resources stands as a pivotal determinant of success
  • Among the various financial metrics, Net Working Capital (NWC) emerges as a critical indicator of a company’s operational efficiency, liquidity, and overall financial health. NWC consists out of inventories, receivables and payables, providing insights into its ability to meet short-term obligations and run day-to-day operations
  • Within the manufacturing industry, where cash flows, inventory management, and accounts receivable play substantial roles, the effective management of net working capital becomes an essential factor influencing a company’s competitiveness and resilience
  • The dynamic nature of the Engineered Products sector makes it particularly susceptible to fluctuations in market conditions, supply chain disruptions, and economic shifts
  • This study aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the evolving trends in net working capital within the Engineered Products sector in the DACH region, focusing on the period spanning from 2019 to 2022
  • Those years were marked by a confluence of global events, including the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions (Ukraine-war), trade disruptions, and technological advancements
  • These factors significantly impacted industrial companies, triggering a need for agility, resilience, and adapt financial management strategies.Insights obtained from this analysis will not only provide a retrospective view of net working capital trends but also offer valuable foresight into potential strategies and best practices for Engineered Products companies looking to bolster their financial resilience in the face of future uncertainties

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Sandra Stoll

Partner
With over 25 years of experience, Sandra leads H&Z’s Industrial Goods industry driving measurable performance improvement in engineering-driven manufacturing organisations.
Sandra Stoll

Dr. Markus Contzen

Partner
Markus leads H&Z’s Private Equity industry with over 20 years of experience across the full investment lifecycle driving measurable value creation. As a Partner, he also supports H&Z’s focus on Operational Excellence.
Dr. Markus Contzen

Christoph Tertel

Senior Project Manager
Christoph focuses on performance and cost optimisation in the industrial goods sector, known for determination and focus in delivering strategic, hands-on solutions.
Christoph Tertel

Matthias Roleff

Consultant
Matthias Roleff

Sebastian Schleicher

Senior Consultant
Sebastian Schleicher

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