“With 60-70% of all SMEs being clustered in the most hard-hit economic sectors as a result of the current lockdown, positioning what is, perhaps, the most powerful management tool available is crucial at this time”.

A distinguishing feature of the Italian IM market is that part-time IM contracts are normal practice for 60% of Interims and this service is particularly appreciated by the SMEs.

Family myths have created a common culture, a common vision and internal cohesion but they can constitute a barrier to the external world and strong resistance to change. The presence of the family plays a decisive role in many SMEs, myths are important.