Value Benchmarker

Conduct a potential analysis and maximize results.

Take advantage of the largest benchmark database for German small and medium-sized businesses, and use our potential analysis to determine whether your value performance is already good, very good—or even excellent.

* Available only in German

Good, better, best?

How far is your company from its true potential? And what is currently preventing you from realizing your full potential?
Based on the largest database specifically for small and medium-sized businesses, the SMP Value Benchmarker reveals the value increases you can achieve. Without lengthy and complex valuation processes. Instead, through a quick analysis based on the most important value drivers and a comprehensive potential analysis.

  • > .000

    Financial data points

    + 40 Years of project expertise

  • > .000

    Data points for operational KPIs

    + Company information

  • >

    Market research

    + Expert studies and interviews

  • In   min

    Self-assessment in the online assessment

    + visual presentation of results

  • In   days

    Comprehensive Potential Analysis

    + Support from SMP transformation experts

    • Janis Steinfort

      Partner

      “For us, as a leading value creator for German SMEs, two things are essential: first, the right value-oriented metrics that allow us to align even the smallest adjustments with the business model—and second, the right peers that fit our own business model, so that we never lose sight of what can be achieved to the fullest extent.”

      Two paths—one
      benchmark goal

      Tangible results, practical value, and efficient value enhancement—the SMP Value Benchmarker provides a quick assessment of your current status, whether through a self-assessment or our comprehensive potential analysis.

      Online Self-Assessment

      Find out where you stand in 10 minutes

      By providing just 11 pieces of company information related to the key metrics “Performance Corridor,” “Cash Conversion Cycle,” and “ROCE,” you’ll have all the data needed to launch your customized analysis. Using data analytics, over 50,000 data points from internal project data and external sources are organized and made usable. You receive an indicative best-performance diagnosis that reveals your individual optimum. Quickly and intuitively.

      Value Benchmarker Self Assessment

      Take control of your potential

      Minimal effort. Maximum results. With our Value Benchmarker Self-Assessment, you can quickly get an indicative best-practice analysis for your company. Our partner Janis Steinfort explains how it works in this video.

      * Available only in German

      Comprehensive Potential Analysis

      Data analytics expertise meets expert and industry knowledge

      The clear structure and consistent transparency of data and processes make the SMP Value Benchmarker’s potential analysis a proven starting point for rapid value enhancement and value performance among the top tier of German SMEs.

      • Data Analytics

        Data provided by the client from corporate planning, an anonymized list of employees, and information about competitors.

      • Best Performance Rating

        Identification of value drivers, analysis, and implementation by the SMP Value Benchmarker.

      • Potential Assessment

        Initial assessment of areas requiring action and potential outcomes. Quantification of measures to realize optimization potential by a team of experts.

      • Visualization of the results

        Clear analysis. Clear presentation. Clarity for defining your own goals.

      • Presentation and Discussion of Results

        Identify opportunities for improvement. Boost resilience. Become the benchmark. The SMP Value Benchmarker team is here to help you achieve your goals efficiently!

        A peer-group approach instead of arbitrary competitive comparisons

        • Detailed performance assessment compared to a customized peer group
        • Comprehensive income statement and balance sheet benchmarking
        • Assessment of R&D resources utilized
        • Assessment of staff capacity utilization at the departmental level
        • Benchmarking of the compensation structure
        • Development of specific measures and validation of corporate planning

        Level 1: Market Cluster

        • A more detailed market definition serves as an initial assessment of the current situation

        Level 2: Business Model Clusters

        • A narrower definition of the market cluster to derive initial working hypotheses
        • Defining the scope based on key metrics, including value-added depth and number of employees

        Level 3: Peer Comparison

        • Comparison with direct peers and the context-dependent creation of a virtual twin

        Proven Results - Customer Testimonials

        • CFO, manufacturing industry, high vertical integration, premium and mid-range segments (revenue of 150 million)

          “There are benchmarks a dime a dozen, but none have been specifically designed for German small and medium-sized businesses. As a managing director, I get a clear sense of where I need to focus my efforts to stay competitive and which strengths I may need to further develop to turn them into unique selling points.”

        • CEO of a global market leader in the field of custom machinery and plant engineering (€350 million in revenue)

          “Constant challenges and external input are important to us. That is why we commissioned SMP to conduct a detailed (best-in-class) benchmarking study. The SMP Value Benchmarker quickly delivered detailed results and gave our leadership team a very clear picture of our current positioning. We discussed the quantitative results of our data sample and tested them against our strategic considerations.” We thank SMP for the in-depth analyses and valuable guidance on our journey from ‘good to excellent.’”

        • CEO of a manufacturing company in the construction supply sector with a focus on infrastructure projects (revenue of 350 million)

          “The SMP Value Benchmarker helped us identify opportunities that no one had spotted before. This customized assessment served as the catalyst for a transformation process from which we are now reaping significant benefits.”

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          Measurably successful. 
Definitely better.

          Want to assess your company’s optimization potential right away? And as concretely as possible? Then start your Best Performance Diagnosis now. With the SMP Value Benchmarker, you have two options: The online self-assessment guides you intuitively through a thorough analysis of your current situation in just a few minutes—including recommendations for initial steps to increase your potential. The comprehensive potential analysis conducted by our team of experts determines your achievable benchmark targets and outlines the steps needed to reach them in just five days. Interested? The Value Benchmarker team at Struktur Management Partner would be happy to assist you.

          Contact Person

          Janis Steinfort

          Janis Steinfort Partner M. Sc. & M.A.

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