CFO2103. Ecosystem Innovation Using Asset Light Strategies

As companies enter the recovery stage from COVID-19, many are re-evaluating ownership of non-core assets and operations, and potentially migrating to an ecosystem of strategic partners. These partners, typically “better owners or managers” of such assets, can help transition fixed costs to a variable cost structure, enhance company agility, shift resources to focus on core or critical capabilities and enhance valuation. During this spotlight on “asset light strategy”, we will discuss how businesses can reshape their future using an asset light approach.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize what factors are driving the trend toward asset light
• Analyze the latest data on how asset light approaches are enabling higher returns for companies and helping to accelerate COVID-19 recovery
• Determine where to begin when re-evaluating ownership of non-core assets and operations
• Use case studies from the field to help reshape your company’s assets and operations