What results can you expect?
We achieve measurable improvements
We stand for measurable change through consulting services. Based upon the analysis of your business, we will define very specific goals together. These can be both, qualitative and quantitative in nature. Particular emphasis will be based on cost and waste reduction as well as sales and earnings improvements – altogether effects that can be seen directly in your profit and loss accounts and balance sheet. In most cases the costs for consulting services will already be compensated for.
It is not very sensible to draw any general conclusions about the extent of possible improvement effects. This highly depends on your companies specific starting point and tasks you’re facing. Nevertheless, we can share some very concrete figures from over 200 of our projects in restructuring and profit improvement:
Exemplary project results with effects on P&L and balance sheet
- Improvement of company results (EBT) by 2-11%, with an average of 4% (with regard to revenue)
- Reduction of procurement costs by 4-15%, with an average of 7% (with regard to the considered purchasing volume)
- Reduction of personnel costs by 5-40%, with an average of 14% (with regard to the overall personnel costs)
- Reduction of other operating expenses by 4-28%, with an average of 13% (with regard to the overall operating expenses)
- Improvement of working capital by 7-35%, with an average of 17% (with regard to the total sum of working capital)
Other positive effects resulting from optimized processes and structures
- Increase of product and process quality
- Decrease of cycle times (20-50%)
- Increase of customer satisfaction
- Increase of employee satisfaction


“In the context of securing the delivery capability of a 1st tier supplier – caused by the effects of the Corona pandemic – I have come to know MERITUS as a competent and reliable partner at all times. Within the scope of a task force, the MERITUS colleagues contributed significantly to maintaining the supply and to reducing the delivery backlog within a short period of time due to their high level of commitment. Through the professional and methodical use of MERITUS, measurable successes could also be realized regarding quality.”
„Dr. Jens Zimmerman supported us in various projects in a very capable and dedicated way. During these projects, he and his project team rapidly developed and implemented viable solutions. We were very satisfied with our projects results. Over the last years, Dr. Zimmermann has become a very trusted sparring partner to me – regarding all entrepreneurial questions.“
“We were looking for a consultancy that would provide us with operational and competent support in improving our business transparency. The MERITUS team worked with us quickly and collegially to produce the information we needed. We were very satisfied with the results.“
“We got to know MERITUS in the context of a task force project that was time-critical for us. Understanding the urgency, MERITUS consultants showed up at our site just two days later. Within two weeks, we had the transparency we were looking for and had negotiated a joint, fast-acting solution with our customer. In retrospect, the chosen path proved to be the right one for us. When it comes to fast and real help, we can highly recommend MERITUS.”
„Dr. Zimmermann was successfully responsible for several projects at Airbus and its supplying industry. His high personal involvement was key decisive factor for the respective project success.“


„Nicole Zimmermann helped us to newly approach our business strategy, organizational development and operational excellence in sales. She captured our initial situation with all of our company’s particularities very well. With her winning personality and her systematic approach, she and her project team developed smart and practicable solutions. Within our company, Mrs. Zimmermann enjoys an excellent reputation across all levels.“
„Dr. Jens Zimmermann accompanied us during a profit improvement project over a longer period of time. His work method was marked by a targeted entrepreneurial approach, high level of professionalism and well-structured thinking. As a person, we got to know him as reliable and approachable. I personally value Dr. Zimmermann as a distinguished sparring partner with high integrity.“
“MERITUS has accompanied us in several success-critical tasks. We appreciated the high expertise and professionalism of the MERITUS consultants. They are competent and always solution-oriented, but also pragmatic and likeable. We are very satisfied with the results achieved together and can recommend the cooperation with MERITUS.”
„We have contracted MERITUS for a quick and neutral evaluation of the current economic situation of one of our associated companies – thus also identifying adjustment levers in order to improve the actual profit situation. First results were ready at hand within no time and have surpassed our expectations. The MERITUS consultants have convinced us all on a personal and professional level. We will gladly engage MERITUS in the future to solve similar or different problems within our shareholding structure.”
„MERITUS has supported us in an internal project of utmost importance. We are a fairly small and successfully operating company and have had no mayor need for consulting advice until now. With a deep customer oriented understanding MERITUS has focused project efforts on the true essentials and proved to be technically competent and very responsible. We are glad to have found the precisely right partner at the right time and can whole-heartedly recommend MERITUS to others.“
“MERITUS competently supported us in one of our international production plants in solving operational delivery problems and improving EBIT. After a quick and accurate analysis, the MERITUS consultants immediately switched to implementation – always with a focus on P&L, balance sheet, cash and customer satisfaction. In soccer you would say: fast switching game à la Klopp! The MERITUS consultants are systematic, pragmatic and effective also in the intercultural environment.“
„Over the last years, we have worked very closely with Mr. Mairiedl. We got to know him as a reliable, open and particular fair business partner with strong target-orientation. Even following the termination of our business relationship, we have closely followed his career as chief restructuring officer and managing director in restructuring and reorganizational situations on interim basis.“

“Nicole Zimmerman has worked for me in several projects. Personally, I value her ability to move people in her sympathetic and competent way – yet addressing issues straightforward and openly. She is highly qualified and a multi talent for achieving cross-functional project results. Most convincing was our joint strategy and sales project. Her structured and target-oriented approach ensures project success reliably. Hence, I will happily continue to contract her.”
„I got to know Dr. Jens Zimmermann as project manager during various projects – each of them with really ambitious targets. In all of them, he was able to reach the previously announced goals. His approach was well-considered, straight forward and systematic.“
„Over the years, we have worked together with Mr. and Mrs. Zimmermann in several success-critical projects and appreciate their professional competence. MERITUS is our first choice when it comes to thoroughly scrutinizing our overall corporation and guiding us through the following, fast pace implementation.
„Dr. Jens Zimmermann helped Villeroy & Boch to improve our operational supply chain processes and global site structures. He disposes of profound technical expertise and proven project management skills. We were highly satisfied with the project results and the overall personal collaboration.”
„We got to know Stefan Mairiedl as CRO and member of the executive board during the M&A-process at a tier 1 automotive supplier in 2013. Mr. Mairiedl actively supported the investor relations process by setting up realistic business plans and representing the company throughout the entire process. We value his discipline and reliability. The results proof him to be a very competent player within the automotive network.”
Dr. Jens Zimmermann, Managing Partner
Stefan Mairiedl, Senior Expert
Nicole Zimmermann, Partner
Ralph Erhard, Advisory Board Member