The Hidden Risk in Growth Projects – And Why the Game Has Changed

Who Owns the Growth Decision?

Growth is exciting. It’s a sign of momentum, vision, and opportunity. But for many companies, the path from strategy to execution is anything but smooth. Projects stall. Incentives are missed. Internal teams lose alignment. And increasingly, the external environment throws curveballs no one saw coming.

At Ashmore Consulting, we’ve spent years helping companies navigate the internal complexities of growth—clarifying ownership, aligning stakeholders, and connecting strategy to execution.

But today, the game has changed.

The risks are no longer just internal.

They’re external, unpredictable, and fast-moving.

The New Reality: External Forces Are Shifting Mid-Project

States are overhauling incentive programs. Local governments are changing permitting priorities. Labor markets are evolving in real time. What was true at the start of a project may not be true six months later.

One client came to us with a clear expansion plan in a familiar market. But halfway through, labor availability shifted, permitting delays emerged, and the incentive landscape changed. We helped them pivot strategically—ultimately securing a better location and a stronger incentive package than they thought possible.

This is the new reality: growth projects must be agile, adaptive, and informed by both internal alignment and external intelligence.

The Hidden Risk: Misalignment in a Moving Landscape

When internal teams are siloed, decisions get delayed. When ownership is unclear, incentives slip through the cracks. And when external conditions shift, companies without a flexible strategy find themselves stuck.

Ashmore Consulting acts as the strategic partner that helps companies move forward—even when the ground beneath them is shifting. We don’t just coordinate; we adapt, renegotiate, and realign.

What We Do Differently

• Strategic Incentive Capture: We help clients secure the right incentives, even when programs change midstream.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: We bring together finance, operations, legal, and leadership to ensure everyone is rowing in the same direction.
• Adaptive Execution: We monitor external changes and adjust strategies in real time to protect and enhance project outcomes.

Ready to Move from Strategy to Execution?

If your team is planning for growth: a new facility, expansion, or relocation—and you’re determined to capture every dollar of available incentives—don’t let internal misalignment or missed windows stall your momentum.

At Ashmore Consulting, we don’t just advise—we lead. We bring clarity, coordination, and negotiation power to your site selection process, ensuring your project moves forward with confidence and your financial goals are not only met but exceeded.

Let’s talk about how we can help you turn bold growth plans into bottom-line results.

Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation.