DIVESTING BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Divesting for value

Implementing a successful divestiture is one of the most demanding and complex initiatives an organization can undertake. As senior executives increasingly refine and focus their business portfolio, they are challenged with the task of how to effectively divest.

Our Divesting for Value information guide looks at effective divestiture planning, how to develop repeatable and efficient processes and explores how operational separation and carve-out financials can help drive value in divestitures.

Thought leadership

Divestitures and eroding deal valuation

When it comes to a divestiture, nothing erodes deal valuation like the failure to address and maintain the quality of day-to-day business operations. “The heart of divestiture value: Relentless focus on operations” provides eight fundamental insights for managing operations through four principal phases of divestiture, including pre-signing, pre-closing, stabilization and the ultimate independence of the divested entity.

First principles: a practical approach to carve-out financial statements

In the heat of a divestiture, financial statements might seem like a good place to cut corners. But that choice can become gravely expensive in the long run. Thorough carve-out financial statements can translate into significantly better pricing. Read “First principles: a practical approach to carve-out financial statements” to help your organization plan and achieve the needed quality in your divestiture’s financial statements.

As senior executives increasingly refine and focus their business portfolio, they are challenged with the task of how to effectively divest. Companies should be asking "what should we sell, and when?" as much as they look for deal execution best practices. So what does effective divestiture planning look like? Are there lessons companies can learn from Private Equity? How can companies develop repeatable and efficient processes to maximize sales values? Request a copy of our related report, "A strategic and tactical guide to creating value through divestitures."