Diagnosis

A business diagnosis shows the company's current situation and presents a strategic plan of alternatives to maximize value for shareholders. It is the starting point of TCP's other engagements: the guidance on restructuring, M&A or fundraising comes out of it.

When a diagnosis makes sense

• The owners want to understand, with numbers, the company's real financial and operational situation before deciding the next step.
• There is pressure on cash, from creditors or on results, and no consolidated view.
• The company is considering selling the business, bringing in a partner, raising funds or restructuring.
• It is necessary to know where to seek value and how performance compares with the sector.

The four stages of the diagnosis

1. Assessment

Review of assets and liabilities and understanding of the key performance indicators: cash flow tracking and forecasting, cash balance and accounts payable.

2. Projection

Financial model based on the company's history and expectations. At this stage the model does not include potential performance gains: the goal is to understand the company as it is and project its future.

3. Analysis of potential gains

Where the company should seek value: KPIs compared with industry benchmarks where possible, operational dashboard, ranking and business-specific analyses.

4. Presentation to shareholders

A detailed report on the company's real operational situation, the main business analyses, decision points and relevant topics.

An experienced and fast team

The work involves an experienced and fast team, able to understand the company in a short time. See also: debt restructuring, interim management and M&A.

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