Automotive Consulting Group

read moreACG assists manufacturing and service companies develop growth strategies to successfully compete in today's global marketplace. Developing strategies to meet today's complex and fast changing market, technology and competitive forces is a major challenge for many manufacturing companies. ACG has a proven record of helping manufacturers develop and implement strategies to capitalize on the new business growth opportunities arising from these changes. Our staff is comprised of former senior managers who had to formulate and execute new strategies at companies they managed -- many in turnaround situations.

read moreACG assists companies in addressing complex business problems. We have gained an international reputation in providing insightful analysis, developing unique solutions and positioning our clients as best-in-class manufacturers. Often times, we are engaged by major consulting firms to work directly with clients based on our specialized knowledge and skills. If you are seeking objective, unbiased guidance and direction in tough business decisions, call us today at (734) 973-1110 to discuss your situation.

read moreChanging customer values, technological advancements, new competitors, global sourcing, regulatory mandates and industry restructuring are causing unprecedented change and challenge in the automotive industry. Managing change, with its uncertainty, could prove to be a formidable task. An error in judgment, insufficient information, or improper analysis could cost your company tens of millions of dollars. ACG firmly believes that knowledge is power in today's competitive environment. However, we draw a strong distinction between information and knowledge.

read moreACG specializes in "operational" due diligence assessments of manufacturing companies for private equity and other investment groups. We help companies evaluate acquisitions and find partners that can accelerate their growth. We gather information by contacting customers, end-users, industry organizations, competitors, research groups, competitive suppliers, and others.

read moreAsk anyone of their opinion of General Motors and you will get a number of descriptive comments like 'bloated giant, inept management, overpaid employees, etc. Ask the average taxpayer if we should bail-out GM and you get a resounding NO! Add me to that group. If GM were to declare Chapter 11, it would set the broad automotive industry, and many connected industries, into turmoil. That would set off a chain reaction throughout the U.S. economy, impacting service industries, small businesses, mom and pop stores, communities, states, and, perhaps, even foreign economies.

read moreACG's principals and consultants are internationally recognized experts with extensive automotive industry knowledge and experience. Our consultants possess strong analytic and personal relationship skills. They are individuals with unique, creative insights and, at the same time, operate in a team environment with strong, client-focused aspirations. The typical ACG consultant has a technical undergraduate degree and an MBA or advanced business degree. All have pertinent industry experience. They come from engineering, program management, manufacturing, and research backgrounds.