Authored by Matthew Everett | Principal, SC&H Capital M&A activity is on the rise in the pump distribution sector. Buyers hope to capitalize on favorable market demand dynamics, while sellers look to benefit from recent industry growth and favorable valuations. Before outlining the key value drivers, let’s first explore the factors influencing the current boom … Read more
Greg Hogan, Managing Director and Lindsay Baublitz, Principal | SC&H Capital Navigating the sale of an ESOP-owned company adds layers of complexity to the typical M&A transaction. Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, understanding the unique aspects of structuring a transaction with an ESOP-owned company is crucial to ensuring a successful outcome. We’re sharing … Read more
Authored By Jeff Bathurst | Director, Technology Advisory Many manufacturers lack the time and resources to implement the technology upgrades they need to stay competitive. Until now. On May 8, 2023, Governor Wes Moore signed a bill approving the Manufacturing 4.0 Technology Grant Program and Fund to help small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) Maryland-based manufacturers invest in Manufacturing … Read more
Authored By Jeff Bathurst | Director, Technology Advisory Manufacturing organizations in Maryland looking to upgrade their operations and gain a competitive edge could receive a welcome boost through government funding. The Industry 4.0 Technology Grant and Fund (TGF) will allocate $10 million annually to manufacturers to invest in Industry 4.0 cutting-edge technologies to increase productivity and efficiency, improve … Read more
Authored by Jeff Bathurst | Director, Technology Advisory Scan your space right now and we bet there’s at least one device in your immediate reach that connects to the internet. But, as most of us know, that hasn’t always been the case. It’s only in the last decade that the proliferation of the Internet of … Read more
Authored by Chris Rossi | Principal, Technology Advisory Services Today’s software solutions serve as strategic tools enabling your business to achieve key financial, operational, and competitive objectives. The breadth and depth of solutions now available in the market is astounding – and while some will add efficiency and value to your business, others will prove … Read more
For manufacturers, change is expected and inevitable. As a result, procurement professionals are tasked with generating greater results and more efficiently managing costs. Based on our work with the top 7 out of the 25 manufacturers in the United States, we have observed the following five trends listed below that are impacting our clients’ ability … Read more
Many large-scale manufacturing and refining operations deal with shutdowns, turnarounds, and outages. On the one hand, routine maintenance and improvements often require occasional closures of major industrial operations to accommodate upgrades, maintenance, and inspections. However, savvy companies can recognize that these events are opportunities, as well. Short-term closures can provide competitive advantages, especially in high-cost, … Read more
Burris Logistics (“Burris”) is a family-owned business specializing in various, highly customized supply chain facets, including cold-temperature storage, freight management, distribution, and e-commerce. With over 2,000 employees across 16 facilities, Burris found that implementing a cohesive system that allows for streamlined financial functions and instant data accessibility was necessary to achieve operational success. This case … Read more
An ERP system is a major endeavor that requires an organization to undergo a multi-step process. Effective research to understand the process, financial investment, necessary resources (both personnel and time), and ongoing maintenance are important steps to ensure a successful outcome before you even proceed with selection and implementation. Video Transcription With Chris … Read more
The goal of an ERP system is to optimize how a business operates and improve process efficiencies. When implemented properly, and regularly optimized, an ERP system becomes a strategic asset for any organization and enables short and long-term operational goals to be met with greater ease. Video Transcription With Chris Rossi, Principal of SC&H’s Technology … Read more
The way we operate as a business, and the technology we use, is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of a modern organization. Due to cloud ERP solutions, organizations are able to create technology-centric business models that allow for easy integration with applications, operation automation, and flexible platform capabilities. Video Transcription With Jeff … Read more
