We design and implement best practices across finance functions, continuously improving financial processes:

• We implement management information solutions (management dashboards, financial and operational reporting, KPI frameworks) that support business decision-making.
• We optimize cash flow and working capital management processes.
• We define and implement tools enabling the effective execution of financial plans, including:
  (i) budgeting processes,
  (ii) budget management and control,
  (iii) investment project evaluation (ex-ante and ex-post).
• We implement rolling forecast processes and long-term (strategic) financial models to provide a forward-looking perspective.
• We optimize business segment profitability through:
  (i) profitability analysis of services, products and customers,
  (ii) cost accounting framework design.

• We develop processes aimed at reducing financial and business risk, including:
  (i) foreign exchange risk management,
  (ii) receivables management,
  (iii) credit policy.

• We support the definition of corporate financing strategies and the sourcing of operational and investment financing.
• We strengthen financial foundations through best practices in accounting policies, chart of accounts design, month-end closing processes, cost document workflows and tax compliance.
• We act as a bridge between finance and business.
• We ensure the exchange of best practices in finance across the TDJ Group.

We believe that strong collaboration between business and finance supports the effective execution of company strategy. Business partnership (Finance Business Partnering) is built on advanced financial controlling integrated with operations and sales, focused on enabling change.

• We support the execution of strategy, business objectives and company development.
• We promote a model in which finance acts as a trusted advisor to management, supporting decision-making by combining analytical insight with strategic and commercial understanding.
• We connect finance with sales, supply chain and operations.

How we work with companies:

• We implement tools and practices supporting effective business partnering.
• We define and implement Unit Economics and Value Drivers.
• We support the cascading of strategic, financial and operational objectives.
• We ensure managers have a clear understanding of business line profitability as well as the budgets and targets they are responsible for.
• We shift the focus from backward-looking analysis to forward-looking insight.
• We establish structured collaboration routines between finance and business teams.
• We provide education and training initiatives such as “Finance for Non-Finance”.

The digitalization and automation of finance processes are accelerating, driven by the need for real-time analysis and the evolution of finance from a purely accounting function to a true business partner.

We believe the finance function will increasingly move toward a model in which:

• finance processes are fully automated,
• finance teams deliver more actionable insights supporting business growth,
• real-time reporting gains importance, while periodic reporting becomes less central,
• digitalization enables the implementation of data science and AI solutions.

We deliver digitalization and automation initiatives in finance in close cooperation with IT teams.

How we work with companies:

• We develop finance technology strategies and roadmaps.
• We support the selection and definition of requirements for ERP systems, low-code workflows and budgeting tools.
• We identify processes suitable for automation using Robotic Process Automation (RPA).
• We analyze and benchmark IT tools supporting finance functions.
• We introduce companies to new IT solutions, including organizing reference visits where relevant

Business Intelligence plays a key role in decision-making by transforming data into actionable business insights. It supports effective management and improves the quality of management information, enabling better and faster decisions based on reliable data.

The Finance Excellence team supports the design and implementation of BI solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making.

Areas in which we support companies:

• BI architecture and technology design,
• Data processing and modeling,
• Reporting automation,
• Reporting visualization standards,
• BI training and enablement.

We analyze the use of BI tools in companies and help optimize or replace existing solutions where needed. We support the development of internal competencies in data analytics and share best practices to reduce implementation risks.

A well-designed, consistent data environment significantly improves reporting quality and streamlines internal processes. Where appropriate, we propose simplified and scalable approaches tailored to the size and needs of the organization.

Data warehousing forms the foundation of reliable analysis and reporting. It enables the consolidation and processing of data from multiple sources, providing a coherent and comprehensive view of financial and operational performance.

Our team supports data warehouse implementation projects based on defined standards, architecture and technology.

Areas in which we support companies:

• Current-state assessment,
• Data warehouse architecture and technology design,
• Business analysis,
• Data modeling.

In cooperation with IT teams, we support TDJ Group companies in implementing data warehouse and Business Intelligence solutions.

We leverage the collective negotiating power of our Group to create additional value. We see the following benefits from conducting joint negotiations:

• Optimization of commercial terms,
• Sharing of resources and knowledge,
• Better use of specialized expertise across portfolio companies,
• Increased efficiency, including reduced time involvement of individual companies in negotiations,
• Alignment of goals and strategies across the Group, leading to greater coherence in commercial decision-making.

Sharing knowledge, experience and proven best practices enables:

• Increased effectiveness – best practices are built on years of experience and tested solutions,
• Greater efficiency – optimizing processes, shortening implementation time and reducing trial-and-error cycles,
• Risk reduction – avoiding mistakes identified in previous implementations and lowering the likelihood of project failure,
• Quality improvement – applying proven approaches that enhance the quality of work, products and services.

How we work with companies:

• Identifying reference cases to validate and consult potential solutions,
• Organizing reference visits related to specific projects and IT tools,
• Holding regular knowledge-sharing sessions for CFOs across the TDJ Group, as well as for teams such as Accounting, Controlling and Treasury,
• Building and maintaining a shared knowledge base of best practices within the Group.

The Finance Excellence team supports portfolio companies in increasing the effective use of EU funds across the TDJ Group.

Our objective is long-term and focuses on building a structured and repeatable mechanism for securing EU funding, aligned with each company’s development and investment plans.

We provide support at every stage of the funding process – from needs assessment and opportunity monitoring to the implementation of approved projects.

Areas in which we support companies:

• Ongoing monitoring of available EU and national grants and funding programs,
• Informing companies about relevant funding opportunities,
• Developing grant strategies aligned with planned development initiatives,
• Close cooperation during the preparation of application documentation and project implementation, including ongoing advisory support throughout the funding process,
• Supporting the resolution of issues arising during project execution,
• Advisory support in selecting external providers responsible for preparing grant documentation and conducting project evaluations,
• Cooperation with external advisors (including opinions and management reporting on project progress and evaluation) and with funding institutions,
• Regular newsletters and webinars on available funding opportunities.

In Poland, companies have access to a broad range of tax incentives that support investment and development projects while reducing the overall tax burden. The most commonly used incentives include:

• R&D tax relief,
• Prototype relief,
• Robotics tax relief,
• Expansion relief,
• Relief for innovative employees,
• IP Box,
• Polish Investment Zone (PSI).

Areas in which we support companies:

• Implementing available tax incentives in cooperation with the legal function,
• Assessing eligibility for tax incentives in new business initiatives,
• Monitoring the effectiveness of applied tax incentives,
• Informing companies about changes in legislation and tax practice related to incentive schemes.

Our team has extensive experience in building solutions that support controlling and financial management processes. We provide comprehensive support to portfolio companies in implementing and optimizing controlling tools.

Controlling tools play a key role in financial management by enabling detailed cost and revenue analysis. They support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis. The Finance Excellence team assists companies in designing and implementing controlling solutions that improve financial monitoring and performance optimization.

Areas in which we support companies:

• Budgeting and forecasting applications,
• Analytical and reporting tools,
• AI-based solutions,
• Training and development of digital competencies.

We conduct audits of existing controlling tools and advise on their enhancement or replacement with more advanced solutions. We leverage experience from across the Group to implement proven internal and external solutions. We actively seek optimization opportunities through the adoption of new technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).