KPS Capital Partners

Aggressive reduction in labor costs, supplier payments, and operational expenses.

underinvestment in R&D is a common PE tactic.

reduction in customer service is a common PE tactic.

supplier payment term extensions is a common PE tactic.

quality degradation through cheaper materials is a common PE tactic.

Layoffs and hiring freezes to reduce labor costs.

Selling off valuable assets like real estate while leasing them back at high rates.