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In a world where retail is increasingly under pressure, dealing with volatile demand, margin erosion, supply chain uncertainty, and omnichannel complexity, Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP) has evolved beyond just a back-office process. It has become a critical strategic driver. MFP enables retailers to become more resilient by aligning financial targets with operational execution, encompassing everything from assortment and buying decisions to in-season management and markdown optimization. Discover in our carousel below what does modern MFP bring to the table ⬇️   #Retail #MerchandiseFinancialPlanning

Today, on World Population Day 2025, we reflect on this year’s powerful theme: "Empowering people to build the families they choose in a fair and hopeful world." Our latest Map of the Month dives into the critical intersection of population growth, urban density, and water stress. By 2030, some of the world’s most densely populated and geopolitically sensitive regions will face severe pressure on water resources. These insights underscore the urgent need for: 🌱 Sustainable urban planning 💧 Climate-resilient infrastructure 🧑🤝🧑 Inclusive empowerment of youth and communities At BearingPoint, we’re proud to be a BCorp certified organization, committed to driving positive social and environmental impact. We turn insight into action - embedding sustainability into every engagement and championing youth-focused, climate-smart solutions. Let’s build a future where everyone thrives. #MapOfTheMonth #GIS #WorldPopulationDay #Bcorp

We are pleased to share that we have further strengthened our existing strategic alliance with ABeam Consulting by establishing an enhanced structure that enables us to provide global consulting services with high added value.   Read the details in our latest announcement > https://lnkd.in/d6mwzzMs

Procurement on the Edge: Navigating the New Frontier of Skills & Strategies in the Age of AI At BearingPoint, we’re not just adapting to the AI revolution—we’re leading it. As artificial intelligence reshapes the business landscape, procurement is undergoing a profound transformation. The traditional playbook is evolving, and with it, the skills and strategies needed to thrive. At the forefront of this shift, our teams are reimagining procurement to be more agile, data-driven, and strategically aligned. From redefining talent profiles to embedding AI into decision-making processes, we’re helping organizations unlock new levels of value and resilience. 🔍 See how we’re pioneering this change and let’s connect and shape the future of procurement—together. #AI #Procurement #Innovation #DigitalTransformation

New Release – The First-Ever Reference Book on Public Development Banks (PDBs), available on all major platforms.   Officially launched at the 4th Finance for Development Conference in Seville, The Public Development Banks - Reference book, co-authored by Agence Française de Développement, Finance in Common, the United Nations (UNDESA), and BearingPoint, shines a spotlight on the crucial role of Public Development Banks in sustainable development and inclusive growth. 💡 What makes this book a must-read? 🔹 250 pages of structured, user-friendly content 🔹 Designed for non-linear reading – start anywhere, each topic is explored in 2 pages 🔹 Backed by 500+ bibliographic sources and peer-reviewed by numerous PDBs 🔹 Exclusive data: 536 institutions, $23 trillion in assets, representing 10% of global annual investment 🔹 In-depth chapters covering: key features of PDBs, different PDB systems, business models, support to the SDGs, partnerships and cooperation   This book is essential reading for development practitioners, researchers, students, and anyone interested in global development finance and cooperation.   If you want to know more about the subject, please contact Jean-Michel Huet and Lennart Ploen.   Jean-Baptiste Jacouton, regis marodon, Nicolas Picchiottino, Peter Chowla, Oliver Schwank #PublicDevelopmentBanks #SustainableFinance #DevelopmentFinance #FiCS2025

🌐 Exciting news! We’re proud to announce that BearingPoint’s Data Quality Navigator (DQN) is now officially partnering with Arcwide to provide high-quality data to IFS clients. By combining Arcwide’s global expertise in IFS Cloud implementations and migrations with the DQN’s deep specialization in data quality, cleansing, and governance, we help IFS customers ensure their data is not just migrated but clean, reliable, and ready for daily business operations. ✅ Smooth, low-risk migrations ✅ Optimized and cleansed data from day one ✅ Long-term data quality and governance within IFS We’re excited to drive successful IFS engagements together! 👉 Want to know how this partnership can support your IFS journey? Reach out to our DQN team today at contact@dataqualitynavigator.de Check out our website: https://lnkd.in/dvinYFP9 #BearingPointProducts #IFSCloud #DataQuality #DataMigration #DataGovernance #BusinessTransformation #DQN #Arcwide #MasterData #DigitalTransformation #IFS Dr. Patrick Kirchhof, Tobias Stöhr, Peter Merkel, Caroline Elena Beyer, Nora Walkembach

🌍 EU Green Week 2025 made one thing clear: Carbon accounting is no longer optional - it’s a business imperative. With new regulations like #CSRD, #ESRS, and #CBAM, companies must now provide transparent, auditable CO₂ data, especially for Scope 3 #emissions across the value chain. At BearingPoint, we help clients stay ahead by leveraging SAP’s #sustainability solutions: ✅ SAP Sustainability Footprint Management (SFM) ✅ SAP Sustainability Data Exchange (SDX) ✅ SAP Sustainability Control Tower (SCT) ✅ SAP Green Ledger These tools enable real-time carbon tracking, secure data sharing, and #ESG performance steering—turning sustainability into a strategic advantage. 🔗 Read how your business can lead the way: https://lnkd.in/er72zxue #BearingPointProducts #CarbonAccounting #SAP #EUgreenweek #Scope3 #DigitalTransformation #Greenledger

  🔋 Global E-Mobility: the race is on, but it’s no longer just about technology   The 2025 E-Mobility Attractiveness Index by BearingPoint and the Handelsblatt Research Institute reveals a pivotal shift in the global EV landscape: as battery electric vehicles (BEVs) reach technological parity, market attractiveness is now driven by infrastructure, affordability, and trust.   China leads the index as noted by Dr. Sven Jung: “China’s lead is strategically grounded but not insurmountable.” They are followed by the US, Germany, and France.   However, the real story lies in what’s shaping consumer decisions: ▪️ Charging infrastructure is the key test of usability. ▪️ Price and electricity costs are critical and heavily policy-driven. ▪️ Brand trust remains a powerful differentiator. As Manuel Schuler puts it: “Price, incentives, and power: e-mobility will only reach the mass market when purchase incentives, charging infrastructure, and fair electricity prices come together.”    Read the full press release > https://lnkd.in/dpy8ytqe #EV #BEV #Electromobility #Sustainability #Automotive #Innovation 

𝟮𝟱 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀. 𝟭𝟮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹: 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀. In the 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, 25 young Kenyan changemakers didn’t just learn entrepreneurship, they lived it. Implemented virtually from March to June 2025, this intensive program brought together Aiducation International Kenya alumni, international mentors from BearingPoint, and a local mentor to explore the world of entrepreneurship. Every week, participants engaged in hands-on training on: ✔ 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 ✔ 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀 ✔ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 ✔ 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 💡 “We called ourselves The Visionary Crew — and we meant it,” said Lynn Christabel, one of the Aiducation participants. Her team walked away with 2nd place — and the kind of mindset shift you can’t teach from a textbook. Read more about her experience here: https://lnkd.in/dT4mrS6K We want to extend a huge thanks to the mentors Pascal Bähler, Umberto Procchio, Corentin Pfister, Laura Kowarsch, Martin Keller, as well BearingPoint for being a testament to what’s possible when purpose-driven partnerships invest in the next generation of entrepreneurs. www.bearingpoint.com Aiducation International Kenya | Aiducation International

Great to see Elisabeth Denner representing BearingPoint at World Economic Forum's 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Tianjin 2025, sharing so many insightful takeaways 👇