The COSATA® Process

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The COSATA® Process (COmprehensive Strategic Analysis of Transition Alternatives)

Selling your business requires your commitment to the implementation of a complex process that could take upwards of a year to complete.

Robbinex takes a unique approach to selling your business. We strive to level the playing field for our clients when negotiating with more experienced buyers.

Our three-phase process is verified by the quality management standards of ISO 9001-2015. Robbinex has been certified by this governing body since 2002. Our proven process not only prepares clients to deal with prospective buyers but also provides distinct decision points along the way.

Phase One: Comprehensive Business Analysis

During the Phase One Process, Robbinex will perform extensive research on your company and the effects due to the market in which it operates.

The service model generates continuous interaction between our analysis team, the business owner, and their trusted advisors. We perform an upfront analysis of your Situation Assessment, provide a written valuation, and prepare next steps to progress towards your opportunities analysis. Ongoing support is available to implement chosen tactics.

Our information collection process acts as a preliminary due diligence stage and prepares you for the stress of responding to information requests from a potential buyer. It also provides you with a pause or decision-making point to confirm whether to go to market immediately, resolve any impediments to a sale, and consider our value enhancement recommendations.

Phase Three: Negotiating and Closing

Robbinex facilitates discussions regarding deal structuring and negotiation of the transaction. Our goal is to complete a sale with the best possible economic gain for our client while meeting the needs of both the buyer and seller.

We use a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), in place of a Letter of Intent (LOI), as both a negotiating technique and a selling tool. An MOU establishes economic terms and conditions and sets the process in motion. The terms of an MOU will form the basis of the eventual Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA).

Recall that Phase One of the Robbinex® Three-Phase Process™ acts as a preliminary due diligence stage. The earlier preparation ensures a smoother interaction while finalizing a deal.

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Yes, but it was more than 1.5 years ago

It may be time to evaluate whether your valuation is still an accurate representation of your business.

Yes, within the last 18 months

We can work with you to update your valuation and determine the next steps to achieve your exit planning goals

No, I don’t want one

We can work with you to update your valuation and determine the next steps to achieve your exit planning goals.

No, but I am considering it !

Robbinex requires a valuation for us to list your business for sale, however, we are willing to consider accepting valuations from other providers. How can we help?