Business Services

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Business & Strategic Planning

The pressures of daily business can often mean business planning takes a back seat - but to have a successful business you must plan ahead.

We'll help you establish a strategic business plan that looks at where you want your business to be in the next 3-5 years and exactly how you and your team can achieve these aims and objectives. In addition we will work alongside you to ensure that your plan is successfully implemented and to ensure that other professional advisers are effectively and efficiently utilised to obtain the best possible outcome for you.

Your strategic plan will:

Define the characteristics of your company in three to five years
Identify your competitors
Define your objectives and financial goals
Put in place an effective implementation plan to achieve your goals

Succession Planning

In ensuring the long term success of your business, it is critical to establish a well-designed succession plan. Coordination of the transition of your business to your successors can be an arduous process. However, with our years of experience we can address the complex issues of business continuation, taking the stress off your shoulders.

Acquisitions & Mergers

There are many scenarios in which you may wish to acquire a business enterprise. Whatever the situation, we are able to take the stress out and maximise the opportunity for you.

Whether you are considering buying a business or merging with another business, we have the experience and the expertise you need. We ask the right questions and find the necessary answers. Are you getting a good deal? Is the business right for you? Can you afford it? Have all avenues for future growth been investigated?

The services we provide incorporate every stage of the process - from identifying potential acquisitions, through to the negotiations of the commercial elements of the transaction, through to forecasting the future of the business.

Incorporated in this is:

A review of your goals and objectives
Due diligence services
Preparation of financial forecasts
Advice on potential pitfalls and rewards involved in a merger
Assistance with purchase negotiations
Advice on financing
Assistance with preparation of a business plan

Calling on the skills of professionals' means you will be far less likely to purchase an unsuitable business. Let us show you how our experience can save you from stress, and provide you with the great opportunity a business acquisition or merger can be.

Benchmarking

Have you ever wondered how your business performs compared to your competitors? Are you spending enough on advertising? Are you paying too much rent? Are your staff costs too high? What is the average bottom line of your competitors?

Survival in today's business climate requires you to spend more time working on your business rather than in the business.

We can provide you with accurate, timely and informative benchmarking reports - allowing you to:

See how your business compares against your competitors
Understand how the rest of your industry works
Analyse the key performance indicators of your industry

Armed with this information, we'll work with you to develop action strategies to improve your bottom line.

Financing

A wide range of financing options exist, all with their pros and cons. At Compass Business Partners we know the financial market, and have the experience to assist you in securing the best financing option for your personal and business goals. Our experience in the market means we are also able to structure debt upon acquisition to maximise tax advantages.

Let our experienced team explore with you the best financing options to get your business closer to its goals.