Negotiation is an essential element in the business sale process and one that can yield very significant value to the seller. It is however one that can be stressful, demanding and confusing. Having negotiated many deals over the years we have bought together our experiences to...
Continue readingMarch Market Misery A week is a long time in politics, and it appears also for COVID-19. The fact that the stock market has finally reacted should not be a surprise. We are already hearing from our own clients about possible product supply issues – if anything...
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The quality of the materials you create, and present is absolutely key when building credibility and trust. The Prism team researches, collates and creates essential marketing material to introduce and sell our client’s business to potential acquirers, considering important USPs and differentiators to highlight the...
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There’s no magic wand to finding the right acquirer, and at the right time however, there are certain elements to consider and many stones to be unearthed. There is no shortcut here...
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When is the right time to involve your teams? It’s a question we are asked all the time. There is no right or wrong answer - it depends on many aspects of your business and the dynamics of your senior management team. Your Prism advisor will...
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Buyers are cautious and suspicious. Do you know how they think? Over the many years we have been buying and selling technology businesses we have learnt how to recognise, and more importantly, overcome initial doubts that we encounter from potential buyers. It’s all about evidence, if you...
Continue readingNegotiating an Exit Well the UK has now officially left the European Union but negotiations are far from over. Whilst a few marked our departure with celebrations, for most it passed largely unnoticed – which is unsurprising since we are, until 31 December 2020, effectively operating...
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Is it the right time to sell my business? This is a question we are asked all the time. We see three principal elements that should help inform the decision to sell: Personal timing (ie. your objectives) Business timing (ie. its current performance & immediate prospects) Market timing (ie....
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The value of a business can be entirely in its technology – but that is rare. Most acquirers are more interested in how the technology is being used to keep customers happy. That said when technology is a key part of the deal there are...
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For some management information can be as simple as a monthly P&L or weekly cash flow forecast, however identifying key forward looking metrics within specific areas will not only display confidence in a potential acquirer’s mind, it will also evidence sound business processes and management. Monthly...
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