The Current Trends in Interim Management

The Current Trends in Interim Management by our partner Laurent Gervais

In a constantly evolving world, interim management asserts itself as an indispensable alternative for industrial players facing operational challenges. AXCEL Partners provides internationally recognized « super managers » to support these companies in their strategic projects.

Once reserved for crisis situations, interim management now extends to diverse needs such as the management of strategic programs and major transformations.

Each company, based on its sector and history, perceives this approach differently, sometimes requiring clarification regarding its distinct nature from temporary staffing and its applicability to growing businesses.

Over the past three years, AXCEL Partners’ clients have faced various crises, from market losses to the need for increased momentum. A compelling example is that of a European industrial group which, through a two-year competitiveness plan, transformed its position in the sector.

The succession of crises has also reshaped industrial organizations, compelling them to adapt to new challenges. For instance, an industrial player facing supply chain issues leveraged interim management to expedite decision-making processes and maintain its deliveries.

Interim Managers play a crucial role during business phases, as illustrated by a competitive French company in the Middle East. Another emerging trend is the early choice of interim managers to opt for independence, especially in the field of digital transformation.

Given the growing complexity of challenges, in-depth understanding and rigorous execution monitoring are essential to ensure tangible results.

AXCEL Partners places excellence and the acceleration of its clients’ performance at the core of its approach, while maintaining a precious balance with fundamental values such as ethics and humanity, which are the pillars of the firm.