Introduction
Lasting transformation doesn't happen overnight. The Synergie-Services 7-year growth plan gives mid-sized companies a roadmap to fundamentally higher earnings that is both realistic and ambitious. It combines short-term quick wins with long-term strategic development, and it takes account of the particular conditions SMEs work under: limited resources, managing directors who are closely involved in day-to-day operations, and the need to keep the business running while the change takes place.
The plan is divided into three main phases: the diagnosis and mobilisation phase (years 1–2), the scaling phase (years 3–5) and the excellence phase (years 6–7). Each phase has defined milestones, KPIs and investment requirements. Typical results: EBITDA grows by a factor of 2.5 to 4 over the full period.
Key aspects
Phase 1–2: Diagnosis and mobilisation
The first two years focus on the IKM analysis, activating the leadership team through BIOS training, and pulling the first productivity levers. Even at this stage, earnings typically rise by 15–25%.
Phase 3–5: Scaling
The middle phase uses the momentum gained for systematic innovation, market expansion and embedding new ways of working across the whole organisation.
Phase 6–7: Excellence
In the final phase, the improvements achieved are institutionalised, the organisation transitions to self-management and new growth areas are opened up.
Conclusion
The 7-year growth plan offers a proven framework for ambitious mid-sized companies. Book a strategy session to map out your own growth path.