Jacob Rüden

Partner in the Transformation Practice at McKinsey, based in Cologne, and leads the cash excellence work globally. Has over 20 years of experience serving clients in transformation and on cash and working capital engagements across sectors.

Best podcasts with Jacob Rüden

Ranked by the Snipd community

28 snips

Jun 13, 2025 • 42min

255. Building transformation momentum through working capital optimization

Jacob Rüden and Marvin Denis, transformation experts at McKinsey with extensive experience in cash management, discuss how optimizing working capital can drive early wins in organizational transformations. They emphasize the importance of aligning operational goals with financial metrics and share actionable strategies across sectors like automotive and retail. Key insights include the role of inventory management and AI in improving efficiency, and fostering a culture focused on cash performance to sustain momentum in transformations.

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!

Get the app