Strategic advice forTransformations

Our service expertiseHow we help our clients

Our transformation team reliably guides clients through complex transformations. We design and execute holistic programs—from diagnostics and program setup to implementation and sustainable impact. Additionally, we provide targeted support on key areas such as PMO, headcount reduction, real estate optimization, new operating models, and change management.

 

For each transformation, we assemble a tailored team of experts from our diverse practice groups, working seamlessly together to ensure success.

Client StoriesWhat our clients say

Together with the team, we succeeded in a complex workforce transformation in less than 10 months. I really appreciated the structured approach, imple­mentation strength and sensitivity of the team during this project.
 
Jennifer Hader
Executive Director People & Culture, Messe München
The team joined us in the creation of a tailor-made and easily implementable transformation program. [...] Interactions with employees and managers were cooperative and characterized by mutual respect. The results are a solid basis for sustained growth of our business.
Ing. Karl-Heinz Strauss, MBA, FRICS
CEO, PORR AG

Client StorYInternational mobile provider

We successfully supported an international mobile provider by addressing all cost categories across its entire footprint.

 

~38% reduction in internal headcount achieved.

 

>90% reduction in external headcount secured.

 

~16% reduction in indirect costs generated.

news and InsightsWhat's new at Fortlane Partners?

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December 2025
Vom digitalen Dilemma zur zukunftsfähigen Organisation: IT-Transformation als strategischer Enabler im Mittelstand
Der deutsche Mittelstand steht unter wachsendem Druck, Technologie als strategischen Werttreiber zu nutzen. Gleichzeitig hindern fehlende digitale Zielbilder, Legacy-Strukturen und fehlendes IT-Know-how den nötigen Fortschritt. Unternehmen mit klarer Cloud- und Technologieagenda steigern nachweislich Innovation, Effizienz und Resilienz. Entscheidend ist ein integrierter Ansatz, der Strategie, Organisation, Architektur, Betrieb und Governance verbindet. So wird Technologie vom Kostenfaktor zum zentralen Katalysator für nachhaltige Wettbewerbsfähigkeit.
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Uli Kinzel joins Fortlane Partners as Managing Director
Experienced M&A expert strengthens Corporate Finance team
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Study
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Today, companies are increasingly exposed to unforeseen risks – ranging from physical supply shortages and cyberattacks to geopolitical trade conflicts. This volatility directly impacts supply chains and can severely affect financial stability. However, our latest simulation shows that preparation is the key differentiator: With a forward-looking steering model and enhanced transparency, cash positions in crisis scenarios can be improved by more than 100%. To secure long-term competitiveness and liquidity, companies must implement preventive measures spanning from strategic planning to operational interventions like an inbound freeze.

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