Strategy First

Strategy First Ltd Oy is a strategic advisory and consulting firm providing services to investors, industry players, private equity firms and suppliers related to Pulp, Paper, Packaging and Forest products industries worldwide.

Strategy First is an independent choice from the mainline advisors, representing industry specific knowledge based on extensive hands-on experience from Mill operations to Corporate management in several countries.

Strategy First Ltd Oy

Services

We offer the following services tailored for your needs:

M&A advisory

industry specific, strategic advice on an investment, divestment, restructuring and financing
seller-side advisory—search for a buyer for your business
buyer-side advisory—search for an acquisition target with best fit
technical and operational due diligence
advice on industry consolidation and antitrust matters

Strategic market evaluation

insights and analysis on industry trends, market dynamics, and relevant competitive landscape
product area specific market intelligence and analysis
benchmarking of top performers in financial performance, cost competitiveness and sustainability
subject matter expert in antitrust litigations and anti-dumping cases

Turnaround management

streamlining of product portfolio and production
strategic transformation, like e.g. converting from graphic paper to packaging grades
profit and productivity improvement program for paper mills
design for sustainable operations; reduction of energy consumption, raw materials loss, water usage and CO₂ emissions
senior-level interim management