There are many reasons why two companies may choose to combine into a single entity. Expanding into new territories, adding technologies, reducing costs, eliminating competition, boosting revenue, and increasing market share are just a few examples. The legal joining...
One of the questions we get asked most frequently about financial roles and responsibilities is “What is the difference between a Controller and a CFO? These titles are used frequently–and often interchangeably–in the business world. However, despite...
Due diligence is the evaluation process used to inform decisions about business opportunities, such as a merger, acquisition, privatization, investment, or other financial transaction. During due diligence, the interested party will request documents, explanations,...
An axiom in business is that CEOs and founders must “know what they don’t know.” It’s rare that a CEO or founder has expertise in all arms of the business. Instead, they must rely on identifying their weaknesses and make strategic adjustments—usually by hiring someone...
When is the best time to make a new hire? Hiring too late can mean work (and clients) falling through the cracks; hiring too early can mean unnecessarily increasing your expenses. Payroll is one of the largest expenses a company will face, which makes the decision to...
Business Valuation Methods & Determining What Your Business is Worth Whether you’re preparing for a sale or acquisition, seeking debt or equity financing, or evaluating other strategic business decisions, it’s helpful to have a good pulse on the value...
