• Business Dilemma:
  The Covid-19 epidemic (2019-2020) has led to a prolonged closure of the Israeli economy, which is expected to suffer long and severe recession. The Ministry of Science and Technology, as the leading body that funds the implementation of applied research in Israel, has asked TASC for a research that characterizes the economic benefit and importance of investing in applied scientific research (as part of a successful recovery plan)

• Process:
  The project required mapping out the benefits arising from public investment in applied scientific research, including: direct economic contribution to the GDP, crowding in further private sector investment in research and development and enhancement of human capital. Emphasizing on the importance of investing in research, especially in times of economic crisis, By examining the performance of leading countries during economic crises (compered to their public investment in applied R&D) and assessing the impact on these countries innovation status and the registrations of their patents (as an indication of future economic growth)

• Strategic solution & impact:
  A final position paper was submitted to the Ministry of Science and Technology of Israel

For more information: Daniel Zinger, Daniel.Zinger@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  With no natural market for current products and an uncertainty surrounding the regulatory framework and competitive landscape in the field, TASC was asked to identify specific markets for penetration and devise a full business plan for implementation.

• Process:
  The project required diagnosing strengths and weaknesses of the product in question in regard to functions currently or potentially fulfilled by alternative products. Combined with the mapping out and screening of potential markets (existing and new) that could be relevant for the product, we were able to focus on highly lucrative market segments, relevant for immediate penetration. Once we identified the target markets, we started constructing business plans adapted to each priority market in the selected geographical regions

• Strategic solution & impact:
  The plan was adopted by the management and the board, required funds were allocated and the plan is now in the implementation stage

For more information: Effi Rothmann, Effi Rothmann@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  TASC was asked to assist in developing a strategy for a business unit that operates in a field outside the core business of the OEM and without clear synergies to its core activities. Developing a strategy in a field that is characterized by big specialized corporations, and small and agile startups

• Process:
  TASC was asked to perform market research and segmentation to assess the financial potential of the whole market and more thorough analysis of segments relevant for the business unit to grow in. Following the market segmentation and the identification of attractive segments, our team started mapping the competitive and product landscape of one of the most attractive segments.

• Strategic solution & impact:
  The analysis conducted by TASC enabled the business unit to present a strategic plan that was approved by the management and the board, resulting in allocated funds for further R&D and possible M&A opportunities identified

For more information: Daniel Zinger, Daniel.Zinger@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  The OEM was approached by another manufacturer in order to revive a former lucrative project with unclear demand in the market

• Process:
  Our team was asked to analyze the possible sale points and their relevance to the current market. That required mapping out possible markets and clients for a government level product. Both inquiries allowed the team to assess market potential while taking into account competing products and exploited\blocked markets.

• Strategic solution & impact:
  TASC’s assessment was adopted and used as a benchmark for negotiations with the potential partner

For more information: Daniel Zinger, Daniel.Zinger@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  TASC was asked to shape a strategic plan which will allow the company, a relatively small producer without access to cheap feedstock, to improve its profitability in a market granting competitive advantages to large-scale producers and to producers whose plants are located in proximity to feedstock (mainly oil and natural gas)

• Process:
  Performing an in-depth analysis of the company’s activity including analysis of domestic and international competitive environment, international trends in the relevant market and the activities of the company’s clients. Based on that analysis, our team conducted a complete SWOT analysis and compiled a Long List of strategic alternatives and a selection of recommended alternatives according to feasibility, proximity to core capabilities and forecasted economic impact. Subsequently our team formulated business plans for chosen strategic alternatives, based on a financial model designed to forecast the impact of those alternatives of the company’s activity. Finally our team assisted in contriving a high-level implementation plan for the chosen strategic alternatives.

• Strategic solution & impact:
  The strategic plan was approved by the company’s management and group’s management and has been successfully implemented by the company, contributing to continuous growth

For more information: Effi Rothmann, Effi Rothmann@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  As a leading manufacturer in its field, the company is experiencing stagnation trends and would like to explore future growth prospects across markets and products

• Process:
  Our team started with mapping current activities, identifying strengths and weaknesses across business lines, including relevant subsidiaries. Afterwards the commenced with analyzing the competitive landscape and global market trends in order to identify major market opportunities and threats. With the results of these inquiries, our team was able to develop strategic growth alternatives, based on market insights and the company’s assets/capabilities, and prioritizing them based on proximity to core business and future expected impact

• Strategic solution & impact:
  TASC’s strategic plan was approved and adopted by the company. In line with the strategy the company expanded its investment program significantly and made a major acquisition driving rapid growth both in revenues as well as profitability

For more information: Effi Rothmann, Effi Rothmann@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  Positioned as market leader both in Israel and global markets in its field, a leading Israeli industrial company is exploring growth alternatives for one of its less successful (although strategically important) international subsidiaries

• Process:
  Our team began with conducting full market research, including costumer interviews, in order to produce market segmentation and evaluate competitive landscape across business lines. The market research enabled us to prioritize activities in order to highlight the most attractive operations, and develop mutually exclusive strategic alternatives. Based on those alternatives our team designed a strategic scheme, including an evaluation of economic impact and qualitative impact analysis. Finally the team was able to develop a detailed implementation plan.

• Strategic solution & impact:
  TASC’s strategic plan was approved and adopted by the company, and its subsidiary is undergoing significant restructuring in order to execute the implementation scheme

For more information: Effi Rothmann, Effi Rothmann@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  In light of a challenging business environment and consequent disappointing financial results the company wanted to undertake a fundamental review of the potential of outsourcing of non-core activities. This involved both the sale and leaseback (plus services) of existing assets, as well as identifying what parts of its investment program should be undertaken by third parties

• Process:
  In the first stage, our team developed a methodology for identifying what activities are suitable for being outsourced. Then, a long list of activities was reviewed in line with the developed methodology to assess their suitability for being outsourced. Based on that, for several of the more suitable activities, with a focus on activities outside Israel, TASC assisted management in the outsourcing process

• Strategic solution & impact:
  The process is still on-going but some major activities have already been outsourced to third parties allowing an improvement in the company’s balance sheet

For more information: Effi Rothmann, Effi Rothmann@dev.tasc-consulting.com

• Business Dilemma:
  The group went through an organizational overhaul which included forming customer-oriented business units. The group was interested in a strategic plan in the industry and services sphere in order to leverage existing synergies within the group

• Process:
  Our team began with a strategic assessment of the current holdings in the industry and services division in order to identify assets that may be used to initiate new business activities. They continued to perform a market review to identify rapidly growing or newly emerging sectors where the division’s assets may be of relevance for a successful market entry. Based on those assessments, the team developed a go-to-market strategy and business plan for detected business opportunities

• Strategic solution & impact:
  A new business unit was set up to develop a new activity in a rapidly emerging sector in the Israeli market. The unit managed to grow rapidly achieving a high market share due to early market entry, adding significantly to the division growth rate and profitability

For more information: Daniel Zinger, Daniel.Zinger@dev.tasc-consulting.com