CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING
Reorganising Business Structures for Changing Priorities
Corporate restructuring involves reviewing and reorganising aspects of a business’s operations, ownership, financial arrangements or organisational structure to address changing strategic and financial objectives. Depending on the engagement, this may involve assessing restructuring alternatives, understanding financial implications and evaluating the considerations associated with a proposed reorganisation.
RETHINK. REALIGN. REORGANISE.
Align the business structure with the objective.
A STRUCTURED APPROACH TO CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING
Businesses may consider restructuring to respond to changes in market conditions, operational priorities, financial circumstances or long-term strategy. Each situation presents different considerations relating to the business, its stakeholders and the proposed changes.
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A structured assessment of the existing position, available alternatives and potential financial implications can help stakeholders evaluate possible courses of action. The scope of each engagement depends on the restructuring objective, the nature of the business and the information available.
CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING REQUIREMENTS
When Is Corporate Restructuring Advisory Required?
Corporate restructuring advisory may support businesses when they need to reassess their organisational structure, financial arrangements or strategic direction. The nature of the engagement depends on the objectives of the proposed restructuring, the circumstances of the business and the options being considered.
BUSINESS REORGANISATION
Assessing possible changes to business structures, divisions or operating arrangements in line with evolving strategic priorities.
BUSINESS REALIGNMENT
Assessing changes to business activities, operating priorities or resource allocation to support revised strategic objectives.
FINANCIAL RESTRUCTURING
Evaluating financial arrangements, capital structure and relevant obligations when a business needs to reassess its financial position.
MERGERS & DEMERGERS
Considering the financial and business implications of proposed mergers, demergers or other structural changes, within the agreed scope.
CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING & REORGANISATION
Examining proposed changes to ownership, group structures or business entities and the relevant financial considerations.
STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION
Evaluating restructuring alternatives when changing market conditions, business priorities or long-term objectives call for a different organisational approach.
Restructuring Begins With Understanding What Needs to Change.
A structured assessment of business objectives, existing arrangements and potential alternatives helps stakeholders understand the implications of a proposed restructuring before deciding how to proceed.
Our Approach.
A Structured Approach to Corporate Restructuring
Every restructuring requirement has a different objective. Our approach considers the existing business structure, the reasons for change, the alternatives being evaluated and the financial and organisational implications within the agreed scope.
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DEFINE
ASSESS
EVALUATE
ANALYSE
REPORT
Understand the Objective
Review the Existing Structure
Examine Restructuring Alternatives
Consider the Implications
Communicate the Findings
Establish the restructuring objective, the circumstances prompting the review, the relevant stakeholders and the scope of the engagement.
Examine relevant business, financial and organisational information to understand the current position and key considerations.
Assess potential restructuring options and their relevant financial, business and organisational implications within the agreed scope.
Evaluate relevant risks, dependencies, financial effects and stakeholder considerations associated with the alternatives under review.
Present the analysis, key observations and conclusions to support informed consideration of the restructuring options.
CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING CONSIDERATIONS
Factors That Influence Corporate Restructuring Decisions
Restructuring decisions depend on the business's existing position, the objectives driving the proposed change and the implications of the alternatives being considered. A structured assessment helps stakeholders understand the relevant financial, operational and organisational considerations.
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FINANCIAL POSITION
Revenue, profitability, cash flows, debt and financial obligations help establish the business's position and the financial considerations behind a proposed restructuring.
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ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
Existing business divisions, ownership arrangements, group entities and operating structures may influence the nature and scope of the proposed changes.
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STAKEHOLDER CONSIDERATIONS
The interests, responsibilities and relevant obligations of shareholders, lenders, employees and other stakeholders may affect the assessment of available options.
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BUSINESS OBJECTIVES
The reasons for restructuring, long-term priorities and intended outcomes influence which alternatives may be appropriate for consideration.
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OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Resource allocation, operating arrangements, business processes and organisational dependencies may be relevant when evaluating restructuring alternatives.
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RISK & IMPLEMENTATION
Financial uncertainty, business continuity, practical dependencies and implementation considerations may influence the feasibility of the proposed restructuring.
Effective Restructuring Begins With Understanding the Full Picture.
Evaluating financial circumstances, business objectives, organisational arrangements and implementation considerations together helps stakeholders assess restructuring alternatives more clearly.
RESTRUCTURING DELIVERABLES
What a Corporate Restructuring Advisory Report Covers
Corporate restructuring advisory deliverables depend on the purpose of the engagement, the alternatives being evaluated and the information available. The output may present relevant business analysis, financial implications and observations to support informed decision-making.
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BUSINESS CONTEXT & SCOPE
An overview of the restructuring objective, the existing business structure, the scope of the engagement and the key considerations examined.
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RESTRUCTURING ALTERNATIVES
An evaluation of the relevant options under consideration, including their potential financial, business and organisational implications within the agreed scope.
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FINANCIAL & ORGANISATIONAL ANALYSIS
An assessment of relevant financial information, business arrangements and organisational factors influencing the proposed restructuring.
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KEY FINDINGS & CONCLUSIONS
A structured presentation of significant observations, relevant considerations and conclusions to help stakeholders evaluate the alternatives.
Clarity on the Options. Confidence in the Next Decision.
A structured advisory output helps stakeholders understand the current position, evaluate potential changes and consider the appropriate next steps for the business.