Resources

Case Studies

"I was very pleased with their work and will be back for further advice when the time is right."

"They were extremely effective in tracking down the opportunity, persistent in application and we did the right deal."

A small sample of projects:

Management Buy-Out Opportunity

The owner of an insurance business was considering the future of his business. The general manager had been offered the opportunity to buy the business. After a detailed assessment we advised against the purchase.

Increased Value prior to sale

Our assessment (see more here) of an electrical contracting business helped them increase their offering to customers, enhancing the forward order book. The value of the business increased by approximately 40% following this change.

Opportunistic Acquisition

A software house had been approached by one of its competitors with a view to combining the two businesses. After an assessment of the opportunity we recommended no action and the competitor collapsed a few months later.

Company Sale

An owner managed web designer exited his business for a value in excess of his expectations. His business continues to flourish under new ownership, and he remains a consultant to the new owners.

Downloads

• Routes to exit your business
• Why make acquisitions?
• Presentation to CIMA members Jan 2008

Other Projects

A building services business had been acquired by a larger company, but was underperforming post acquisition. A communication program to educate and inform managers in both companies produced a sharp increase in performance and understanding.

Acquisition Services

Management Advice are acting for a number of acquisitive companies. An example client has used our skills and knowledge to refine their acquisition criteria and we are approaching suitable targets on their behalf.

Useful Links

Business Advice Services from Initiatives in Business Development Ltd

The Human Factor in acquisitions - expert knowledge and advice from our friends at The Connor Consultancy

Access to Capital is a site that aims to educate people thinking about raising capital.

Business Advice and solutions in any area from Strategic Business Partners who provide simple easy to implement business advice and solutions to any business problem from set up to exit.

100% Effective Training offer over 190 courses from business improvement to production management, and have worked with clients that include, BT, Nissan, Renault, and Kodak.

ClearInSite Website Design and SEO provide Professional Website Design and Search Engine Optimisation by industry experts.