Operational Due Diligence
Operational due diligence — processes, supply chain, capacity, vendors, facilities and controls reviewed for risks and improvement potential.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹75,000 – ₹4,00,000
- Typical duration
- 21 days
Service overview
In-depth evaluation of operational processes, supply chain resilience, production throughput, facility capacity utilization, vendor management, logistics network, and internal control mechanisms.
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
Strategic acquirers, private equity firms, and corporate buyers seeking to evaluate post-merger integration feasibility and identify operational value-creation opportunities.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
Comprehensive supply chain vulnerability mapping, operational cost-structure benchmarking, facility walkthrough inspections, and capacity bottleneck analysis.
Key deliverables
Operational Due Diligence (ODD) Report, Process Efficiency Assessment Matrix, Supply Chain Vulnerability Map, and Post-Merger Operational Synergy Plan.
Standard turnaround time
3 to 4 weeks (depending on operational scale and physical site locations).
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
No government fee; the review is advisory. Site visits may involve travel costs.
Key outcomes: identified operational risks, synergies and the improvements needed after closing.
Forms & filings involved
Factory licenses, operational environmental clearances, and safety permit compliance reviews.
Documents required
Standard operating procedures (SOPs), supply chain & vendor contracts, inventory logs, plant design & capacity charts, quality assurance metrics, and maintenance schedules.
What we need from you
Unrestricted access to facility managers, supply chain heads, operational workflow documentation, and permission for on-site plant inspections.
Important conditions
Management cooperation for physical site visits and full visibility into third-party vendor SLAs.
Additional information
Essential for identifying necessary post-acquisition capital expenditure (CapEx) requirements and immediate operational cost-saving synergies.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
What does operational due diligence examine?
Processes, supply chain, capacity utilisation, vendors, facilities, IT and controls that drive day-to-day performance.
Is a site visit needed?
Usually yes, for manufacturing and logistics businesses, to verify capacity, condition and practices.
How does it help after the deal?
It identifies integration priorities, synergies and the first-100-day improvement plan.
Who needs operational due diligence?
Buyers and investors in businesses where operations drive value, such as manufacturing, logistics and services.