Board Members To Take Software Companies To Next Level
The technology-software industry is rife with unique challenges. Whether dealing with government software contracts or the ever-shifting nuances of e-commerce, it’s a fiercely competitive sector that demands industry-specific knowledge, strategic foresight and adaptability. Experienced board members can provide invaluable insights for companies looking to grow and innovate. Connecting with the right ones, however, can be […]
Digital Marketing Pain Points, Solutions: Healthcare Services Companies
The deeply personal nature of healthcare services, coupled with the growing demand for aesthetic treatments, presents unique challenges that demand a nuanced approach to marketing. Traditional, one-size-fits-all strategies fall short when it comes to addressing patient concerns and ensuring privacy. Today, successful healthcare marketing strategies must be as personalized and considerate as the services they […]
Equipping Your Sales Team with ICPs, TAMs Using RevOps
Companies often rely on limited, internal data to define their ideal customer profile (ICP) and total addressable market (TAM). This creates an echo chamber in which businesses miss opportunities to target their most valuable clients. To combat this challenge, revenue operations specialists come alongside these companies. They deploy a meticulous process, which equips sales teams […]
How To Select an ERP System for Software Companies
Selecting and implementing the right Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is a crucial decision for technology software companies. The journey from legacy systems to more dynamic solutions offers a glimpse into the ambition of tech companies to harness technology for operational excellence. Choosing between Sage and NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Acumatica or Quickbooks and […]
How RevOps Accelerates Time to Value for Investments
Revenue operations unify the go-to-market strategies across sales, marketing, customer success and finance, streamlining processes from lead generation to revenue realization. Whether private equity firms are deploying revenue operations during the due diligence process, or private and public companies want to be more efficient, this process can accelerate the time to value for investments. “We […]
Revenue Operations in Due Diligence: How it Creates More Value
Revenue operations is a valuable strategy businesses use to align sales, marketing, customer success and finance operations to drive growth. RevOps is not just a buzzword; it represents a holistic approach to removing silos between departments, ensuring that each function is working toward the same goals. By integrating processes, people and technology across the organization, […]
As part of BluWave’s quarterly Private Equity Insights Report, BluWave CEO Sean Mooney shares predictions on the PE industry and economy at large. These forecasts are based on BluWave’s proprietary data, publicly available economic data and Mooney’s instincts from nearly 20 years working in private equity. To hold himself accountable, here’s a look back at […]
The manufacturing sector, with its complex supply chains and reliance on precision, stands on the brink of a technological renaissance. As companies look to acquire or merge with manufacturing entities, IT due diligence emerges as a pivotal element, one that can reveal the technological prowess or deficiencies of a target company. This meticulous examination goes […]
Commercial Due Diligence for Automotive Industry Businesses
Commercial due diligence is a critical step for private equity firms considering investment targets. Whether conducting a market analysis, understanding voice of customer or getting intel on the competition, the more accurate information a PE firm can obtain, the more informed their investment choices will be. In the automotive sector, the stakes are particularly high […]
BluWave Awards 2024: Top Private Equity Innovators
We’re proud to announce the third annual Top Private Equity Innovators with the 2024 BluWave Awards*. “We’re regularly asked by market leaders about the best practices that are being embraced by the most innovative private equity firms,” said BluWave founder and CEO Sean Mooney, talking about the impetus for creating the awards. Learn more about […]
BluWave Awards 2024: Access Holdings is PE Innovator of the Year
We’re proud to announce Access Holdings as Innovator of the Year in the third annual BluWave private equity awards*. The Baltimore-based firm was selected for its for exemplary innovation and leadership. “For over a decade, we have endeavored to do things differently,” Access Holdings Founder and Managing Partner Kevin McAllister said. “By listening to and learning […]
Due Diligence for Media, Entertainment Acquisitions
Commercial due diligence in the media and entertainment industry brings with many nuances. A one-size-fits-all approach isn’t enough for private equity firms evaluating potential acquisitions. Technological advancements and shifts in consumer behavior only complicate this process, making a thorough understanding of the market even more crucial. Let’s discuss the four foundational aspects of CDD and […]
Interim CEO services are highly coveted in transitionary economies, such as those experienced during the 2008 housing crisis, the COVID-19 recession and the 2023 bank failures. What works for a chief executive officer under normal circumstances doesn’t cut it when times are especially tough. That’s why private equity firms, their portcos, and private and public […]
Fractional CFOs: What They Do, Why You Might Need an Interim CFO Instead
The chief financial officer is crucial role. But not all businesses can afford – or are ready – for one. One alternative to committing to a full-time (and expensive) C-suite financial executive is a fractional CFO. “The biggest role of a fractional CFO is going to be high-level overview. The business is typically not going […]
Identifying an interim chief financial officer can be tedious, if not expensive. Companies that don’t know what they’re looking for when they begin their search could spend large sums of money on headhunters and recruiting firms. They can also lose valuable time interviewing unqualified candidates. When hiring an interim CFO instead of a permanent replacement, […]
