Leading Strategy & Business Consulting Firm in MEA

From Strategy
to Performance

We partner with corporations, governments and institutions to deliver measurable outcomes across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Strategy, Business & Financial Advisory

Ystrat is an international strategy and technology consulting firm that provides strategic, business, management and financial advisory to corporations, governments and institutions across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Founded in 2008 in Paris, Ystrat has led over 300 strategic projects across 30+ countries, building deep expertise in strategy development, corporate finance, digital transformation, growth and international expansion, innovation, technology, business planning, due diligence, and operational excellence.

Our team combines senior leadership experience at top-tier global firms with hands-on delivery across diverse industry sectors including Telecommunications, Banking & Finance, Technology & Media, Private Equity, and Government. We are a trusted partner for organizations seeking high-performance outcomes at scale.

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ISO 9001 Certified

Practices

We help businesses think strategically, improve operational effectiveness, execute marketing & sales strategies, leverage technology and navigate digital transformation.

Strategy

Growth and innovation, industry convergence, global operating models, and sustainable cost management. At Ystrat, it's all about delivering measurable outcomes.

  • Business & Corporate Strategy
  • Distribution Strategy
  • Marketing & Communication Strategy
  • Innovation & Growth Strategy

Corporate Finance

Supporting investment decision making with deep expertise across diverse industry sectors. We advise on growth strategy, M&A, capital markets and financial policy.

  • Merger & Acquisition Strategy
  • Valuations & Due Diligence
  • Advisory & Restructuring
  • Financial Audit

Operational Performance

Combining pioneering solutions with practical know-how to align process and operating models, optimizing cost, quality and delivery.

  • Process & Operating Model Alignment
  • Supply Chain Strategy
  • Cost Optimization
  • HR Operations

Marketing & Sales

Unlocking the full potential of marketing and sales resources through rigorous analysis and deep understanding of organizational processes.

  • Offer & Pricing Optimization
  • Product Innovation & Portfolio
  • Customer Management
  • Sales Model Transformation

Technology

One of MEA's leading consulting firms for the telecommunications industry. We help companies realize the full potential of their technology investments.

  • IP Infrastructure & Smart Cities
  • BSS, NSS, OSS Expertise
  • Data Analytics & Network Strategy
  • Technology Sourcing

Digital Transformation

Digital transformation is first and foremost a business transformation. People, not technology, are the most important piece in the puzzle.

  • Digital Strategy & Roadmap
  • Cloud & Mobile Transformation
  • Customer Experience
  • Organizational Change

Delivering Impact Across Industries

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Strategic Projects
Advising multinational corporations, SMEs, and governmental institutions
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Countries
France, USA, Netherlands, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, Morocco, and more
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Years of Excellence
Since 2008, delivering strategic advisory at the highest level
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Practice Areas
Strategy, Corporate Finance, Operations, Marketing, Technology, Digital

Industries We Serve

Telecommunications Banking & Finance Private Equity Tourism & Hospitality Industrial Products Government & Public Sector Insurance Technology & Media

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Corporate

ISO 9001 Certification

Ystrat achieved ISO 9001:2008 certification in Q4 2014, reinforcing our commitment to quality management and client service excellence across all engagements.

Leadership

Global Executive Team

Our founder served on the Global Executive Leadership Team of PwC, the world's leading professional services firm, as Global Digital Leader (2021–2025).

Milestone

300+ Projects Milestone

Ystrat surpassed 300 strategic projects delivered across 30+ countries in Europe, Middle East, and Africa — serving corporations, governments and institutions.

Practice

Cost Reduction Business Line

A new practice dedicated to helping companies reduce costs and optimize growth, combining operational excellence with strategic cost management.

Practice

Technology Practice Launch

Covering the full spectrum from network design and planning to maintenance and operations, including Radio, BSS, NSS, OSS, IP/MPLS, NGN and more.

Milestone

PwC Network Integration

In 2015, Ystrat joined the PwC network as Strategy&, broadening capabilities and reach across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Founder & Managing Partner

Mohamed Nizar Yaiche

International Expert in Strategy and Economic & Financial Development

Mohamed Nizar Yaiche is an international expert in strategy, economic policy, and financial development. For nearly a decade, he served as Equity Partner at PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers), the world's leading professional services firm employing 350,000+ professionals and generating over USD 55 billion in annual revenue.

He was elected to PwC's Global Executive Leadership Team for the 2021–2025 term, serving as Global Digital Leader.

With over 28 years of professional experience, Mohamed Nizar has led more than 300 strategic projects across 30+ countries in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, advising multinational corporations, SMEs, and numerous public institutions. His experience spans financial markets, banking strategy, digital transformation, corporate governance, and technology.

École Centrale de Paris Engineer-Economist
Harvard Business School Executive Education (GMP)
PwC Equity Partner Global Executive Leadership Team
Trilingual French, English, Arabic

Prior Experience

PwC — Equity Partner & Global Digital Leader Booz Allen Hamilton — Strategy Consultant Capgemini — Manager, Strategy & Consulting

Speaker & Lecturer

United Nations IMF Harvard Sciences Po HEC Paris Sorbonne KAUST ESCWA

Let's Discuss Your Challenges

Whether you need strategic advice, operational support, or a fresh perspective on your business — we're here to help.

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