DIRECT INVESTMENT

Many investment programs include equity stakes in private businesses and ownership of “real” assets such as property. ASA Consultants provides professionals who are specialized in particular areas of asset management. Additionally, close associations with specialist firms mean that professional second-opinion type advice can be easily obtained.

Performance measures of private companies are achieved by comparison with similar companies. Management sensitive issues such as control of administrative expenses, inventory turnover, fixed asset efficiency and workforce productivity can all be assessed by reference to the performance of other competitors in the industry.

Recommendations can thus be made as to ways of improving efficiency. Goals, too can be set so that agreed management objectives are targeted for achievement within an agreed time frame.

Frequently, advice is needed as to a buy/sell decision with regard to a private investment. ASA Consultants is experienced in conducting company investigations and valuations. Certain assignments require the input of accountants and other professional advisers. In such circumstances, ASA Consultants acts as co-coordinator, assuring that the work performed is well focused on the specific tasks and that the costs involved are kept within an agreed budget.

In the event that negotiations are commenced with regard to the acquisition or disposal of a particular asset, the representatives of ASA Consultants are prepared to assist in these discussions and to prepare background information which may be crucial in determining the proper price and terms of a proposed transaction.