Welcome to jpact
jpact supports companies in growth, transformation and go-to-market situations where clarity, focus and execution are non-negotiable.
We step in when complexity is high, momentum is missing or results fall short.
Our role is to set direction, create focus and ensure execution – working hands-on with leadership teams to systematically assess the current state, design clear target pictures and turn them into decisive actions that deliver measurable, P&L-relevant outcomes.
We don’t optimize around the edges.
We help organizations decide, align and execute – fast and with accountability.
What excites us
What drives us is taking organizations from ambiguity to clarity and from plans to results.
We thrive in situations where priorities are unclear, structures don’t support strategy and execution lacks traction – and where leadership expects tangible impact, not slide decks.
What we do
Consulting & Interim Management with Clear Ownership for Results
Our work typically starts where things are unclear, inefficient or stuck – and where organizations need more than concepts.
We take a fact-based, structured view of the current state, define what really matters and translate strategic intent into executable target pictures and operating models. From there, we drive implementation with a sharp focus on impact, speed and economic results.
In addition, we support leaders through focused leadership coaching – always embedded in the business context.
The aim is not abstract development, but stronger decision-making, clarity in leadership roles and the ability to drive execution in demanding situations.
Our focus areas include:
- Systematic analysis of markets, business models and organizations
- Structured assessment of the current state (strategy, processes, roles, performance, economics)
- Design of clear target pictures for strategy, go-to-market and operating models
- Development and execution of growth and commercialization strategies
- Sales, key account and partner model design and optimization
- Hands-on implementation, including leadership, stakeholder alignment and change execution
- Leadership coaching to strengthen decision-making, ownership and execution capability
We set priorities, define ownership and ensure that initiatives actually move the needle.
Our approach
Structured Thinking. Relentless Focus. Pragmatic Execution.
Our approach combines analytical rigor with a strong bias for action.
We believe that sustainable results are achieved when clear thinking, simple structures and disciplined execution come together.
At the core is a logic-driven process:
- Establish a fact-based understanding of the real current state
- Identify root causes, constraints and economic leverage points
- Design clear, realistic target pictures aligned with strategy and P&L objectives
- Break complexity down into a small number of prioritized initiatives
- Drive execution with clear ownership, decision logic and momentum
We deliberately focus on what truly matters, apply strict prioritization and eliminate unnecessary complexity.
Change is not treated as a separate workstream, but as part of execution – through clarity, leadership and consequence.
Where needed, we actively support leaders through targeted coaching – strengthening their ability to lead through complexity, make clear decisions and drive results under pressure.
The guiding questions are simple:
- What creates impact now?
- What can realistically be executed?
- What will move results fastest?
Selected experience
Proven Impact in Growth and Transformation Situations
- Global energy technology group
Set-up and scale-up of new digital and contracting-based business models, including market validation, value proposition design, go-to-market strategy, organizational build-up and contract acquisition. - International industrial company & trading partnership
Business casing, redesign and operationalization of commercialization strategies for advanced optimization and trading solutions, including sales enablement & partnerships, pipeline build-up and structural improvements to enable scaling. - Energy utility & infrastructure provider
End-to-end analysis of sales and service structures, design of a customer-centric target strategy and operating model, structural optimization and performance orientation.
Across all mandates, we operate at eye level with leadership teams and take responsibility from first analysis through execution and handover.
When working with jpact makes sense
jpact is a strong fit if you are:
- Facing strategic ambiguity or stalled execution
- Planning or scaling a new business, product or market entry
- Needing a clear target picture for strategy, sales or organization
- Looking for hands-on support in transformation or change situations
- Seeking an interim leader who combines structure, clarity and drive
Contact
Let’s Get Things Moving.
If you are looking for structured thinking, clear direction and pragmatic execution, I’m happy to connect.
Jan Rathke
📞 +43 676 760 5102
📍 Austria | International assignments