Sell-Side & Vendor Due Diligence (VDD)
Maximizing transaction velocity and exit value through rigorous preparation and narrative control.
What We Do
We provide institutional-grade preparation to ensure the seller dictates the pace and terms of the transaction.
QofE preparation
Rigorous quality of earnings analysis to normalize EBITDA and eliminate surprises during the buyer's deep dive.
VDD report distribution
Authoritative vendor reports that provide a single source of truth for all potential bidders, accelerating the timeline.
Data room management
Strategic organization and curation of disclosure materials to maintain momentum and protect sensitive data.
SPA advisory
Technical support for the Sale and Purchase Agreement, ensuring financial representations align with the VDD findings.
Strategic Alignment
Our VDD services are engineered for sophisticated actors who understand that deal certainty is a product of preparation.
PE funds exiting investments
Ensuring full realization of the value bridge while minimizing the risk of price chips during exclusivity.
Promoters selling businesses
Bridging the gap between institutional buyer expectations and founder-led reporting structures.
Rs.900 Cr PE Exit: Accelerating Close to 90 Days
THE CHALLENGE
A complex industrial portfolio required an immediate exit to meet fund cycle requirements. Historical reporting was fragmented and inconsistent.
THE INTERVENTION
Northrop deployed a 24/7 task force to reconstruct 3 years of financial data, producing a defensible VDD report within 21 days.
Latest Intelligence
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The Seller's Advantage: How Vendor Due Diligence Changes the Power Dynamics
An analysis of how upfront disclosure prevents price erosion and maintains competitive tension throughout the auction process.
Navigating Contingent Liabilities in Secondary Buyouts
Understanding the increasing complexity of indemnity structures and warranty insurance in the current PE landscape.
The VDR Architecture: Structuring Disclosure for Velocity
Best practices for virtual data room management that balance transparency with extreme operational security.
EBITDA Normalization in Volatile Markets
Technical guidance on justifying pro-forma adjustments in a high-interest-rate environment.