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Strategic Support

Strategic Support Services for Informed Decision-Making

We support clients with strategic sourcing, risk management, asset valuation, and market analysis to drive long-term success. Our team combines economic expertise with industry knowledge to help organizations make confident decisions in dynamic and competitive environments.

EXAMPLES OF SERVICES OFFERED UNDER STRATEGIC SUPPORT

Commodity Hedging Strategies

We help clients manage financial exposure in volatile energy markets through tailored hedging strategies. Our approach begins with identifying and quantifying risk, followed by developing customized solutions using contracts, futures, and options. Whether managing fuel procurement or power sales, we align hedging strategies with your risk tolerance and financial goals. Our tools include Monte Carlo simulations and closed-form option pricing models to evaluate and price real and financial options.

Risk Assessments & Asset Valuation

We provide comprehensive risk assessments and asset valuations to support capital planning, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic decision-making.

 

Our valuation methods include:

  • Income-based approaches using real option analysis

  • Monte Carlo simulations to model uncertainty and flexibility

  • Cost and market-based comparisons

 

We specialize in valuing power generation assets, energy contracts, transportation infrastructure, and entire companies, delivering insights that reflect both intrinsic and extrinsic value.

Management Planning Strategies

We support clients in optimizing supply chain and logistics systems by identifying key cost drivers and aligning operational strategies with long-term goals.

 

Our services include:

  • Strategic and tactical planning

  • System integration and performance benchmarking

  • Ongoing implementation support

 

We bring deep experience in transportation and logistics systems, helping clients adapt to evolving market conditions with confidence and clarity.

Strategic Sourcing

We guide clients through the full strategic sourcing lifecycle to reduce procurement costs and improve supplier relationships.

 

Our services include:

  • Market opportunity assessments

  • Sourcing strategy development

  • Negotiation support and implementation planning

  • Evaluation of outsourcing and consortium buying options

 

We’ve helped clients source transportation services, fuel, vehicles, and more—delivering measurable savings and operational improvements.

Infrastructure Appraisal

We provide defensible infrastructure appraisals for rail assets, real estate, and equipment to support maintenance planning, acquisitions, and regulatory proceedings. Our appraisals are built on decades of experience and withstand scrutiny in litigation and rate cases.

Market Assessments

We deliver market intelligence tailored to your strategic needs. Our assessments analyze supply, demand, pricing, and regulatory dynamics across the energy and transportation sectors. We model potential market shifts and client-specific variables to provide a full view of risks and opportunities.

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Discover how LEPA can help you navigate complex economic and operational decisions, leading to better outcomes for your business!

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