Content of the study

The German construction and construction supply industry is facing perhaps the most tremendous upheavals in its history. While value creation, distribution channels and processes have hardly changed in the last 100 years, several trends are now leading to a transformation pressure that comes close to a slowed asteroid impact in the industry. Labour shortages, climate change and the digitalisation of the building envelope are not new developments, but they will come to full fruition with their effects in the 2020s. We at S&B Strategy have therefore asked ourselves what exactly the effects of these upheavals will be and which segments of the construction and construction supply industry will be affected by them and how.

In this study, we have therefore examined the top trends for their quantifiable effects, interviewed over 500 top decision-makers in the German construction industry about the current challenges, fields of action and priorities and analysed their statements.

As a result, we assume a significant consolidation of the German construction industry, which will have a strong impact on the required capabilities in the value chain. Converging trades, digital products and services as well as new technologies will shape the industry in the coming years and require companies to rethink.

The success factors in this time of transformation are the focus on the changing needs of users and adapted product and service capabilities derived from this, which must be developed through clear strategic measures and M&A activities. The German construction and construction supply industry is facing an exciting challenge.

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Your contact persons

Christoph Blepp
Christoph BleppManaging Partner
Christoph Blepp is one of the leading strategy consultants in the construction and construction supply industry as well as in the infrastructure sector with extensive expertise in the areas of strategy development, value creation and corporate management. His focus is on achieving sustainable effects for companies and combining strategic initiatives with measurable results.
 
Through his analytical approach and deep understanding of industry-specific challenges, Christoph is able to develop customised solutions that drive both operational efficiency and strategic growth. His focus on holistic strategies, combined with his hands-on experience in managing complex business operations, makes him a sought-after partner for clients seeking sustainable success.
 
‘The transformation of the entire building construction, infrastructure and energy sector is leading to strong pressure for change and enables completely new approaches to strategy. Helping companies to create sustainable and superior business models is what drives me.’’

Patrick Seidler
Patrick SeidlerManaging Partner

Patrick Seidler is an experienced expert in the field of mergers & acquisitions (M&A) with a particular focus on the construction and infrastructure sector. For over 15 years, he has successfully advised companies on complex transactions, from corporate takeovers to strategic mergers. Thanks to his in-depth knowledge of the sector and his structured approach, he has successfully completed numerous national and international M&A projects.

Patrick is a close and trusted advisor to owner families and investors in the construction, construction supply and infrastructure sectors and is a regular author of studies, speaker and panellist at industry events on the topics of M&A and succession.

‘I am driven by constantly experiencing new and impressive life's work from owners and helping to shape professionalisation and consolidation along the entire value chain.’

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