Phase 1: Analysis of the external growth project and identification of potential targets 
  • Insight into the external growth strategy
  • Analysis of the target, its markets and its development perspectives
  • Elaboration of the required characteristics of targets in line with the growth strategy
Phase 2: Preparation of the strategy to approach the targets.
  • Preparation of the arguments
  • Preparation of a general questionnaire
Phase 3: Direct approach of  board members of the identified targets
Two options are possible:
  • Sending a "personal and confidential" letter to the board members of the identified companies
  • Organization of meetings with the decision makers of the targets. 
Phase 4: General due diligence
RSM Belgium draws up a general check-up to gain a better insight into the management, the markets, the financial situation, the risks, etc. of the target.
Phase 5: Bringing together and presenting the various parties involved
RSM Belgium facilitates contacts, introduces the decision makers of both parties to a tripartite meeting and participates in the first exchanges.