A common misconception is that divestitures result from failure. While in most cases it may be true, in other cases, carve-outs may result from management decisions to divest a business segment to allow for concentration on a higher-priority business plan. Owing to this uncertainty, a buyer wants to know the underlying factors behind a carve-out, and effectively determine the worthiness of venturing into buying the divested assets. It is advisable that the buyer hires a consultant to give him an independent comprehensive report indicating value maximization. A Carve-out Consultant will help in the following ways:

Minimizing business disruption: Divestiture may interrupt the normal workflow. A change in day-to-day operations may confuse stakeholders and lead to loss of valuable customers and talent. The early stages of a divestiture brings about disruptions in management, human resources, etc. While all this is happening, business should be able to move on as usual. Carve-out consultants help clients to manage disturbance in order to maintain normal business operations. The carve-out specialist helps the buyer to develop post divestiture operational financial plans. He gives insights on how the carve-out entity will carry on business.

Support maximizing value from a carve-out: Carve-out specialists help with offering operational and financial analysis. They then advise the carve-out entity on the business status quo, as well as give insights into future operations. Realizing the different and sometimes conflicting value proposition by both the buyer and the seller, the consultant helps to objectively report and advise on the critical elements of the carve-out assets and advises on the value of assets. The expert gives the required expertise to uncover intrinsic issues that (if unearthed) could affect the buying decision.

Provision of due diligence processes: As a carve-out prospect, you want a clear picture of the business operations of the target. A comprehensive analytical and evaluative report of the current business landscape and overall health helps investors make informed judgments. The carve-out expert helps to examine marketability, profitability, business competitiveness, and growth potential. He helps buyers get an insight into assessing management strength to manage separation plans and help with interim arrangements that save time for potential investors. He also helps the buyer have a clearer picture of the potential of the acquisition.

If you are pressed for time and you want a suitable candidate, Consultport simplifies the hiring process by providing you with great suitable candidates. Our pool of top-tier consultants have the required skills and business knowledge to guide your carve-out decisions.