Performed an independent commercial review covering a major calcium aluminate cement producer, assumptions underpinning its business plan. Additionally reviewed the calcium aluminate cement market and two important end markets: building chemistry and refractories, as well as raw material markets.

CW Advisory evaluated the competitive landscape, raw materials purchase policy, customer selection criteria, and the company's strategy and business plan.

CW Advisory assisted a client in designing a balanced scorecard and graphical dashboard to improve integrated performance monitoring and continuous improvements of its operations.

The project had CW Advisory team members work closely with the client to conceptualize and design the scorecard for various audiences in the organization. CW Advisory assisted the client in working with its IT department to implement and operationalize the ongoing reporting and develop a management process.

CW Advisory assisted a lead arranger in providing due diligence on underlying cement manufacturing operations in multiple geographies as a part of a syndicated loan by leading international banks.

The engagement included market and operational risk analysis to understand the strength of the underlying cement and clinker production units. Particular emphasis was given to risk factors and price forecasting in this due diligence engagement.