Over the past three weeks, our Managing Director Dr. Christoph Knitter had the privilege of teaching at Shandong Agricultural University in Taian (China), a leading institution ranked among the top 3% of universities worldwide. His lectures focused on topics at the very core of what we do at Knitter & Associates: implementing strategic initiatives, managing successful transformation and change programs, and supporting turnarounds in complex organizations. More than 300 studen

1,480 meters. Kaiserschmarrn. Kicker tournament. A new K&A framework. That, in short, pretty much sums up our recent K&A Days in beautiful Austria. We spent three days in the mountains, showed some grit climbing one of them in some serious drizzle, and made it to the top despite a few unexpected and adventurous challenges along the way. The fresh mountain air sparked plenty of inspiration, leading to a new framework, a deep dive into our processes, and an even bigger appetite

To deepen our support for board members and supervisory boards, Christoph has successfully completed the Supervisory Board Member Certificate program by The Board Company. The intensive three-day training in Frankfurt brought together experienced professionals from across industries and focused on key areas such as governance, strategy, finance, and responsible leadership. The certification strengthens Christoph’s ability - and that of the entire K&A team - to advise clients

We had an intense and inspiring K&A team meeting, and once again we proved that efficiency and team spirit go hand in hand.  We've also learned a lot about the beautiful city, its hospitable people and the rich & politically challenging history. Always happy to meet in person as a team in different locations to broaden our horizons and to have a fantastic time together. Side note: our project speed may be world-class, but nothing beats the speed at which a fresh lángos or chi

Most challenges aren’t solved because they’re misunderstood. And even the best solution will fail without alignment and ownership. Too often, problem-solving is reactive: Symptoms are treated instead of root causes. Stakeholders aren’t aligned. Execution falls flat. In our latest  Forbes  article, Christoph shares a seven-step approach that puts structure and clarity at the center of complex problem-solving. The idea? The solution is already inside the problem - you just need

The  Handelsblatt  Change Congress 2024 revealed a profound shift in how leading organizations are approaching transformation. As hundreds of executives and thought leaders gathered, one message resonated throughout: The future belongs to those who dare to reimagine the fundamentals of how we work, lead, and grow. What's fascinating? The organizations thriving amid uncertainty aren't just adapting - they're fundamentally reinventing their approach. Here's what emerged as game

In this interview with Klassik Radio, Christoph talks about our company background, our focus, and how we solve problems. He also shares why he is passionate about consulting, the problems we have already solved and how we provide impact that matters for our clients. This conversation aired on Sunday, January 19, 2025, but you can listen to it here (in German)!

December 6th, 2024 - Not only did we welcome a new colleague (hi Fabian!), but also explored beautiful spots of Vienna, including the most impressing Christmas market.  Equally focusing on internal and external projects was made easy in this environment, also thanks to our co-working stay at  Ruby  Paul, which always is a pleasure and highly recommended.  Also, thanks for your recommendations! This impressing ceiling belongs to  SO/ VIENNA . And of course, we also explored th

October 9th, 2024 - How can companies maintain their cultural identity while embracing AI? We’ve been pondering this question, with results now published in  Handelsblatt . It’s a critical question for modern businesses, and in our fast-paced rush to adopt AI, integrating AI while preserving corporate culture is a delicate balance. Our article delves deep into this pressing issue, exploring: - the hidden cost of AI on corporate culture - how to harness AI's power without losi

September 25th, 2024 - Our K&A Days in Amsterdam were an incredible blend of productivity, team bonding, and exploring the city’s unique charm. Here’s a quick recap of what stood out: Coworking at  Ruby  Luuk Workspace:  From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. The team was incredibly accommodating, making all the admin and logistics effortless, so we could focus on what mattered most – our work. The bright, thoughtfully designed space gave us room to think, collabo

June 19th, 2024 - We've hit a new milestone last week: an offsite Summer Camp outside Germany. As a mostly remote team, this was a special moment and fantastic experience. Here's what it included: Strategic work - we dove deep into our strategic compass, worked on our new website that is coming soon, and reviewed the last months with an AAR (more on that in this post:  https://lnkd.in/dyiGsMRX ) Views - we decided to book a room at a Spaces location close to the water to be

Düsseldorf, October 30th 2023 -  Dr. Christoph Knitter has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, the foremost growth and...