What we offer

We focus on strategy, value driver modelling and problem-solving training

Vizier Advisors' three core service offerings are explained in more detail below. In addition, we have access to highly qualified individuals (including two of our co-founders) with deep expertise in investment banking and deal making / due diligence.

We typically conduct short, high-impact engagements measured in days rather than weeks or months. On occasion, however, we will fill key executive vacancies on a temporary basis.

We are highly selective around who we work with and what we do. We only work with clients where our skills and appetite fit the client's need and, critically, where the chemistry between the CEO and our team works.

Strategy: Our simple yet powerful strategy framework is custom-built. It encompasses As Is (where you are today), To Be (where you want to be in future) and Path (how you get from As Is to To Be).

Our framework has been developed and refined over almost 20 years across a broad range of industries (including banking, insurance, consumer goods, IT, agriculture, healthcare, automotive and logistics) and across the business lifecycle spectrum (from start-up to multi-national corporate).

Strategy engagements typically involve a two-day strategy workshop and total Vizier Advisors time commitment of around 3 - 4 days including preparation, facilitation and documentation of key outcomes. In addition, clients often request further support around ongoing strategy implementation.
Value Driver Modelling: We help businesses analyse and understand how they (do and don't) make money. Our Value Driver Model (VDM) builds a logical link between key financial outcomes, such as EBITDA or ROI, and more operational business drivers that shape these outcomes.

The VDM not only provides deep insights into both current and projected financial performance, but also helps the entire business to pro-actively focus on and pull the right levers to improve financial outcomes. It supports but also goes beyond conventional accounting tools such as income / cash flow statements and balance sheets.

VDM engagements typically involve a total Vizier Advisors time commitment of around 5 - 10 days, depending on the complexity of the business.
Problem-Solving Training: We help executives and managers to approach challenging business problems in a logical, structured manner. This not only ensures that they cover the full problem / solution space effectively and efficiently, but also drives clear and impactful communication.

Our training course is based on McKinsey’s problem-solving methodology. We have their approval to share the skills they have taught us with others. The course has been road tested and refined over many years in corporate clients such as SABMiller, Allan Gray, SBSA and Absa as well as MBA programmes at GIBS, UCT and Henley. Participants will experience practical, hands-on training that is designed to help them move quickly from theory into application to real-life problems.

A Problem-Solving Training course typically runs over two days.