QVARTZ intends to integrate with Bain & Company
QVARTZ intends to integrate with the global strategy consulting firm Bain & Company by combining the two Nordic businesses. Read more.
E-commerce in SEA: Why do consumer brands struggle to gain traction?
The potential for and hype about e-commerce in South-East Asia is enormous. But data shows that the climb is not as steep as predicted. In this perspective, QVARTZ and Lion & Lion look into the developments and implications of e-commerce for consumer brands in the SEA market.
Global reach, Nordic heritage
QVARTZ is determined to change the management consulting industry from within. Read how.
A 93-year-old start-up
“Digital is not a ‘thing’ that lives in some corner of the company, but rather something we all need to embrace.” - Christian Birk, B&O
An exchange of views
What is the major difference between working at a consulting firm in Sydney or in Copenhagen?
A season for celebrations
This year, Christmas came early for 24 compañeros who celebrated their well-earned promotions last Friday.
An agile operating model for the rapidly changing digital world
Today's large corporations can become leaders in the digital world if they dare to rethink their approach to strategy and embrace the agile operating model. Read QVARTZ and Vertical's recent white paper to find out how.
A senior perspective
The opportunity to return to her Nordic roots in a company with entrepreneurial spirit while still serving major clients around the globe is what made Partner Anna Månsson join the QVARTZ civilization two years ago. Learn more about her story.
A life-saving operation
“There were so many things that we quickly realized had to be instantly changed, simplified and streamlined, because the complexity was killing us.” - Jakob Riis, Falck
Listening to the winds of change
Last week, we had the privilege of listening to one of those stories that leave a mark. Our Copenhagen office was packed with +150 captivated people when Henrik Poulsen came by to tell about his incredible journey from business student in Aarhus to CEO of Ørsted
How China will shape the future of autonomous vehicles
Autonomous vehicles are a hot topic all around the world. So far, most of the public attention has been on the efforts of American and European companies to develop the required technology. However, in the past 2-3 years, an entire ecosystem of Chinese companies has emerged, and the authors of our latest white paper are convinced that China will soon become a leading force in the area of autonomous vehicles. Find out why.
From London to Kolkata
“If you are willing to look at the consequences, then you can really create the life you want.” - Lisbeth Johansen, LittleBigHelp
We have a nightmare … and fortunately also a dream
“A human being who gets a deep sense of meaning from the work that he or she is doing is much more productive and efficient than someone who is merely satisfied.” - Morten Albæk
Creating social impact in Zimbabwe
Morten, Søren and Salomon have been in Zimbabwe to support ZADT by reviewing their strategy and business models, and optimize their fundraising process.
You reap what you sow
“Spend sufficient time talking to people on all levels in the organization to really understand them.” - Bent Axelsen, Yara
Close relations through projects, books and bikes
Meet QVARTZ Compañero Vilhelm Vig Nielsen.
Combining heart and mind
Four years ago, QVARTZ Partner Thomas Nyheim was looking for the opportunity to combine his passion for renewable energy with his spike in strategy consulting. That led him to QVARTZ.
The automotive aftermarket
The automotive aftermarket is undergoing a gradual but profound change. In a few years, the market will look completely different.
Clicking into team Q
Ole Kahrs is new Partner at the Oslo office. He joins us with more than two decades of experience from the management consulting industry. His strong track record within private equity, energy and other sectors will be instrumental in QVARTZ' growth journey.
When the going gets tough
“It’s clear that diversity in the workforce is a decisive factor for the competitiveness and success of any enterprise. This is why diversity is good business and everybody’s business.” - Leonie Hillebrecht, DEA
500 and counting
At QVARTZ, we have advised global, regional and local Private Equity (PE) funds as well as industrial companies on more than 500 transactions
Turning fiction into fact
Meet Bjarke Ingels, Danish architect wonder kid and founder of Bjarke Ingels Group.
Re:think
“More and more investors are understanding sustainability as a true value driver.” - Stephanie Hubold