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The PE Growth System Diagnostic

Oct 13, 2026, 8:43:43 PM | Posted by Slade Kobran

Executive Takeaways

Growth activity and a durable growth system are not the same thing.
This diagnostic scores 8 categories to show whether a portfolio company’s growth is fragmented, emerging, functioning, or durable.
The weakest-scoring categories point to where the system needs attention first.
A durable growth system creates value through the hold period and supports the growth story at exit.

Portco Growth: December is a Great Time to Evaluate Strategy

Dec 11, 2018, 12:52:39 PM — The end of the year is a great time to step back and look at the broader strategic direction of a portfolio company’s growth plan and go-to-market approach. Here are 5 key elements to a comprehensive review. Private equity firms aren’t afraid of data, and they have kept a close eye on performance metrics all year long. No doubt GPs will know the results and how they stack up against expectations. But as the year draws to close, it might be time to look at the overall strategic direction of your go-to-market approach and marketing effort.

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