The paper provides a review of features of restructuring strategies, indicating that distress may limit the choice available. It then introduces the decision theory to show that the final choice may be influenced by objective criteria and by subjective or non-rational criteria as well as by social interactions. The authors propose a framework in which organizational and environmental variables, along with restructuring methods, influence the decision-making of restructuring strategy selected for declining companies.. The authors provide a multidisciplinary point of view in which they consider such metrics as social and psychological variables in the study of decision in sick companies.A more recent adaptation of this paper has been published under the title Behavioral Influences in Selecting Restructuring Strategies for Sick Companies in ICFAI Journal of Behavioral Finance, December 2007.

Corporate Restructuring is a practical approach to rescuing troubled companies and driving underperforming companies to top performance. It combines proven restructuring strategies with rigorous theoretical analysis. This book explains how to set and achieve asset, staffing, sales and profit goals. Topics include diagnostic tools to identify the root cause of problems, the human dynamics that cause a company to thrive or wither, customer service and relationship marketing, customer intelligence systems, new product development, process mapping, continuous process improvement and re-engineering as well as integrating IT into corporate strategy. It is also discussed how to find the resources needed to keep a company alive during restructuring and how to use bankruptcy offensively and defensively. Corporate Restructuring emphasizes execution. All the restructuring theories in the world weigh less than a simple plan, well executed.

This paper seeks to determine the criteria for choosing restructuring strategies for declining or distressed enterprises. First, the paper differentiates between different stages of decline and different levels of distress, of which bankruptcy is an application. Second, it reviews the different forms of restructuring appearing in the academic literature. Third, it formalizes a descriptive model of determining restructuring applicable to distressed and declining enterprises. Specifically, the selection of a restructuring strategy is influenced not only be general restructuring criteria (firm-specific factors, the environment and characteristics of different restructuring) but also by the decline or distress (the fact of decline, the level of distress, the causes of distress). Finally, it presents the findings of other researchers and indicates where it would fit in this model. Recent well-reported cases of enterprises facing decline and distress have been reviewed to apply the model. Future directions for research are indicated.

Now beyond its eleventh printing and translated into twelve languages, Michael Porter’s The Competitive Advantage of Nations has changed completely our conception of how prosperity is created and sustained in the modern global economy. Porter’s groundbreaking study of international competitiveness has shaped national policy in countries around the world. It has also transformed thinking and action in states, cities, companies, and even entire regions such as Central America. Based on research in ten leading trading nations, The Competitive Advantage of Nations offers the first theory of competitiveness based on the causes of the productivity with which companies compete. Porter shows how traditional comparative advantages such as natural resources and pools of labor have been superseded as sources of prosperity, and how broad macroeconomic accounts of competitiveness are insufficient. The book introduces Porter’s “diamond,” a whole new way to understand the competitive position of a nation (or other locations) in global competition that is now an integral part of international business thinking. Porter's concept of “clusters,” or groups of interconnected firms, suppliers, related industries, and institutions that arise in particular locations, has become a new way for companies and governments to think about economies, assess the competitive advantage of locations, and set public policy. Even before publication of the book, Porter’s theory had guided national reassessments in New Zealand and elsewhere. His ideas and personal involvement have shaped strategy in countries as diverse as the Netherlands, Portugal, Taiwan, Costa Rica, and India, and regions such as Massachusetts, California, and the Basque country. Hundreds of cluster initiatives have flourished throughout the world. In an era of intensifying global competition, this pathbreaking book on the new wealth of nations has become the standard by which all future work must be measured.

An expert in business turnaround shares his inspiring approach to problem-solving: “A fascinating read” (Mitt Romney). Visionary leader Greg Brenneman believes that true business success and personal fulfillment are two sides of the same coin. The techniques that will grow your business will also help you achieve a rich, purposeful, and integrated life. Here, Brenneman takes what he’s learned from turning around or tuning up many businesses—including Continental Airlines and Burger King—and distills it into a simple, clear, five-step roadmap that anyone can follow. He teaches you how to: *prepare a succinct Go Forward plan *build a fortress balance sheet *grow your sales and profits *choose all-star servant leaders *empower your team For more than thirty years, Brenneman has seen these steps foster dramatic results in a variety of business environments. But he also came to realize that he could apply these same principles to improve his life and build a lasting moral legacy. He found he could make better decisions by carefully taking the most important facets of his life—faith, family, friendship, fitness, and finance—into consideration. Brenneman’s inspiring examples, from both his business and his life, demonstrate the astounding effects these steps can have when you apply them—right away and all at once.

This book provides a complete yet concise treatment of important topics related to the following: • Mergers • Acquisitions • Corporate Restructuring • Takeovers This book is highly recommended as a textbook for business management and law students. It provides valuable insights and practical knowledge that will greatly benefit readers. Moreover, professionals associated with esteemed institutes such as ICAI, ICSI, and ICMA will find it particularly useful for enhancing their expertise in the field. Additionally, business professionals, consultants, and policymakers can greatly benefit from this book's valuable information and perspectives. The Present Publication is the 3rd Edition | Reprint July 2023, authored by Dr Rabi Narayan Kar and Dr Minakshi, with the following noteworthy features: • [Highlights of the 3rd Edition] are as follows: o Thoroughly revised and updated, keeping in mind the dynamics of changing business environment Regulatory changes as a result of the adoption of the Companies Act 2013 and the subsequent implications have been incorporated in the book o The chapter on 'Legal Dimensions' has been entirely recast o New research literature, case studies and examples have been added in the respective chapters for the benefit of the reader • [Harmonious Blend of Theoretical Concepts & Practical Aspects] covering a broad spectrum of Indian & International case studies • [Indian Experiences from the Pre-Independence Era to the Modern Business Landscape] This book digs deep into the various phases of the Indian economy, revealing how M&As have evolved, including the post-1990 liberalization and globalization era. It further presents recent trends, developments, and the impacts of M&As based on meticulous research findings, offering a comprehensive understanding of the current market dynamics and their implications for future strategies • [International Experiences] This book explores the concept, types, and motives of M&As in a broader international context. Special emphasis is placed on developed economies, uncovering the distinctive patterns and effects of M&As on corporate performance. To make sense of the process and the resulting outcomes, it meticulously analyzes the integration aspects of M&As, facilitating a more profound understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in these corporate activities • [Fundamentals of Deal Valuation & Evaluation] Covering various approaches like asset-based, dividend-based, earnings, and cash flow methods, it meticulously examines valuation under different regulations and guidelines. It includes: o Expert Reports o Supreme Court Opinions o Case Studies such as the Ranbaxy-Daiichy Sankyo Deal o Annexure on Dividend Valuation Models, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the practical and procedural aspects of M&A deals • [In-Depth Understanding of Various Payment Methods and Financing Options] It explores the impact of these decisions on Earnings Per Share (EPS) and outlines determinants that influence M&A financing decisions • [Accounting Facets of M&A] It delves into amalgamation and AS-14, clearly focusing on practices, considerations, goodwill, reserves, and disclosure requirements. The book also offers insights into current developments in M&A accounting, including goodwill impairment and IFRS – 3 for business combinations • [Nuances of Business Integration & Deal-Making] It thoroughly investigates topics like understanding integration, merger failures, effective HR management, and specific case studies. The book also delivers a practical guide to the deal-making process, including negotiations, due diligence, and challenges specific to the Indian market, all invaluable resources for aspiring or practising business strategists • [Myriad of Case Studies] The case studies span various topics, such as strategic stake transfer, corporate restructuring, value creation through spin-offs, and M&A impact assessment on prominent companies like Tata Power and HDFC Bank. It provides readers with concrete, contextual examples, helping to illustrate the key concepts and strategies effectively • [Amended & Updated] as per the following: o Legal & Regulatory Dimensions of MACR as per Companies Act 2013 & Other Legislations o Takeover Strategies & Practices incorporating the New Takeover Code 2011 • [Student-Oriented Book] This book has been developed keeping in mind the following factors: o Interaction of the author/teacher with their students in the classroom o Shaped by the author/teacher's experience of teaching the subject matter at different levels o Reactions and responses of students have also been incorporated at different places in the book The detailed contents of this book are as follows: • Mergers, Acquisitions and Corporate Restructuring | An Overview • A Strategic Approach • Indian Experiences • International Experiences • Legal Dimensions • Takeover Strategies and Practices • Takeover Defense Strategies • Corporate Restructuring Alternatives • Strategic Alliances • Leveraged Buy-out (LBO) Strategy • Restructuring of Sick Companies • Deal Valuation and Evaluation • Valuation of Intangibles • Methods of Payment and Financing Options • Accounting Aspects • Tax Implications • The Process of Integration • Cross Border M&A Deals • The Process of Deal Making • M&A Impact Assessment | Case Studies • Case Studies on Share Price Behaviour

Firms that restructure through downsizing are not more profitable than those that don't, and often end up hurting themselves in the long run. Responsible Restructuring draws on the results of an eighteen-year study of S&P 500 firms to prove that it makes good business sense to restructure responsibly-to avoid downsizing and instead regard employees as assets to be developed rather than costs to be cut. Wayne Cascio explodes thirteen common myths about downsizing, detailing its negative impact on profitability, productivity, quality, and on the morale, commitment, and even health of survivors. He uses real-life examples to illustrate successful approaches to responsible restructuring used by companies such as Charles Schwab, Compaq, Cisco, Motorola, Reflexite, and Southwest Airlines. And he offers specific, step-by-step advice on what to do-and what not to do-when developing and implementing a restructuring strategy that, unlike layoffs, leaves the organization stronger and better able to face the challenges ahead.