Alysian
Jim Aldcroft is currently working as an Associate Partner at Alysian and as the Managing Director at Aldcroft Consulting. Previously, Jim worked at Accenture as a Principal Director in Technology Strategy and Advisory. Jim has extensive experience in advising and delivering large scale digital transformation programs, primarily in Consumer Goods and Retail. Their key responsibilities have included defining processes, leading teams, managing scope changes, and developing strategic roadmaps for IT digital strategies. Jim holds a Master of Science degree in Physics and Space Science from the University of Leicester.
Alysian
Alysian is a boutique advisor dedicated to technology and digital enabled value creation for private equity firms and their portfolio companies. With deep industry expertise and a keen understanding of the unique challenges in the private equity landscape, we deliver tailored strategies that drive growth, enhance operational efficiency, and unlock untapped opportunities. Our team of seasoned experts works closely with clients to identify bespoke solutions that align with their specific investment goals. From digital transformation initiatives to separations, carve-outs and mergers to optimizing IT infrastructure and harnessing emerging technologies, Alysian is committed to elevating performance and maximizing value for our partners. Private Equity – Digital transformation – Management consulting – Digital delivery - Separations - Carve outs Functional focus: Digital value assurance: Program design – Program Audits & Reviews - Program recovery Procurement & cost-out: Sourcing – Procurement - Vendor management - Cost-out CIO/ CTO Advisory & interim roles: IT Re-organization – Target Operating Model (TOM) Optimization – Agile / Product driven organization Business integration and delivery – Program management / PMO – Control Tower – Tech / IT deployment Digital business build: Digital value creation - Analytics & reporting Other services: Due diligence - IT cost assessment - Digital BSS/ OSS – Network separation – SCM transformation – ERP optimization (incl. S/4) – Digital marketing Industry focus: Private Equity (PE) – Consumer products (CPG / FMCG) – Telecoms (TMT) - Business Services