Independent, Objective and Practical Assessments Across the Capital Life Cycle
Gateway/ Flagship
Assessment Services
Every major business decision requires a clear understanding of feasibility, risk, value and performance. APA Corporate Advisory Services LLP provides independent technical and assessment services to support informed decisions across the industrial and capital ecosystem.
Our eight Gateway/ Flagship Assessment Services are organised under four pillars: Growth, Resilience, Excellence and Sustainability.
Our Four Gateway/ Flagship Pillars
Each pillar addresses a different business requirement, from evaluating new projects and industrial assets to assessing manufacturing readiness, energy efficiency and ESG performance.
Our approach focuses on objective assessment, relevant evidence and practical findings. We help businesses, lenders, investors and industrial stakeholders understand opportunities, identify gaps and evaluate the factors that may influence their decisions.
Growth - Project & Investment Assessment
Assess project feasibility, review implementation risks and strengthen the basis for investment and financing decisions.
1. Techno-Economic Viability (TEV) Assessment
A new project requires careful evaluation of its technical feasibility, financial assumptions and commercial potential. A structured assessment helps stakeholders understand the project’s viability before making significant investment or financing decisions.
APA’s Techno-Economic Viability (TEV) Assessment examines the relevant technical, commercial and financial aspects of proposed projects. It helps project promoters, lenders and investors evaluate key assumptions, implementation requirements and potential risks.
Our assessment may cover:
- Project feasibility and viability for funding and financial assessment.
- Technology, process and capacity evaluation.
- Review of project costs and financial assumptions.
- Financial modelling and sensitivity analysis.
- Identification of key technical and commercial risks.
Key Direct Clients:
- Banks and PSU Banks
- NBFCs and Financial Institutions
- Financial Investors (PE / Funds)
- Project Promoters (Developers)
- Large Industrial Companies
2. Lender's Independent Engineer (LIE) Services
Lenders need reliable technical information to evaluate project implementation and monitor progress against agreed requirements. Independent technical assessment can help them understand project status, implementation challenges and potential risks.
APA’s Lender’s Independent Engineer (LIE) Services provide technical assessment and project monitoring support within the agreed engagement scope.
Our services may include:
- Independent technical assessment and monitoring support for lenders.
- Review of project design and technical documentation.
- Review of project costs and implementation plans.
- Monitoring of project execution and key milestones.
- Assessment of time, cost and technical risks.
- Technical observations and project monitoring reports.
Key Direct Clients:
- Banks and PSU Banks
- NBFCs
- Financial Institutions
Resilience - Asset & Business Assessment
Understand asset value, support investment and restructuring decisions, and evaluate industrial assets through independent valuation.
3. Asset Valuation
Asset valuation helps businesses, lenders and investors understand the value of tangible and financial assets for relevant financial, transactional and regulatory purposes.
APA provides valuation services covering Land & Building, Plant and Machinery, Securities and Financial Assets. The valuation approach depends on the nature of the asset, the purpose of the assignment and applicable professional requirements.
Our assessment may cover:
- Land and building valuation.
- Plant and machinery valuation
- Securities and financial assets valuation.
- Physical verification and technical review, where applicable.
- Review of relevant asset information and supporting documentation.
- Valuation in accordance with applicable IVS / IBBI standards, as relevant to the assignment.
Key Direct Clients:
- Banks and PSU Banks
- NBFCs and Financial Institutions
- Strategic Investors (PE / Funds / Corporates)
- Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)
- Stressed Asset Stakeholders (NCLT / IBC)
- Business Owners and Corporates.
4. Enterprise Valuation / Business Valuation
Understanding business value is important when evaluating investments, mergers, acquisitions, restructuring and other strategic decisions. A structured valuation considers relevant financial information, business performance and market conditions.
APA’s Enterprise Valuation / Business Valuation service helps stakeholders evaluate business value through appropriate valuation approaches and a review of relevant financial and commercial factors.
Our assessment may cover:
- Independent valuation of businesses for investment, mergers and acquisitions.
- Valuation support for restructuring and strategic decision-making.
- Multiple valuation approaches, including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), comparable and asset-based approaches, where appropriate.
- Industry and market analysis.
- Review of relevant financial information and business assumptions.
- Comprehensive valuation reporting.
Key Direct Clients:
- Banks and PSU Banks
- NBFCs and Financial Institutions
- Strategic Investors (PE / Funds / Corporates)
- Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)
- Stressed Asset Stakeholders (NCLT / IBC)
- Business Owners and Corporates.
Looking for an Independent Assessment?
Discuss your project, asset or operational requirement with our team.
Excellence - Operational & Digital Assessment
Identify performance gaps, assess manufacturing readiness and establish practical priorities for operational and digital improvement.
5. ZED Assessment & Readiness (QCI)
Manufacturing excellence requires consistent quality, structured processes and attention to resource efficiency. Businesses seeking to improve their manufacturing practices can benefit from understanding their readiness against relevant Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) assessment parameters.
APA’s ZED Assessment & Readiness service helps manufacturing businesses review relevant requirements, identify gaps and plan improvement activities.
Our assessment may cover:
- Assessment across 14 parameters for ZED Bronze / Silver certification and manufacturing excellence, as applicable to the relevant framework.
- Review of quality and process-related gaps.
- Identification of improvement opportunities.
- Gap analysis and an improvement roadmap.
- Documentation and readiness support for relevant certification requirements.
Key Direct Clients:
- MSMEs
6. Smart Manufacturing (Industry 4.0) Readiness Assessment
Smart manufacturing combines digital technologies, production processes and operational information to improve manufacturing performance. Before investing in new systems, businesses need to understand their current capabilities and identify the areas that require improvement.
APA’s Smart Manufacturing (Industry 4.0) Readiness Assessment evaluates relevant digital and operational capabilities. It helps industrial businesses identify readiness gaps and develop a practical roadmap for technology-enabled improvement.
Our assessment may cover:
- Assessment of digital, operational and process readiness.
- Evaluation of manufacturing processes and existing systems.
- Digital and operational maturity assessment.
- Identification of gaps and improvement priorities.
- Digital transformation roadmap.
- Business case and implementation plan.
Key Direct Clients:
- MSMEs
- Mid-sized Companies
- Large Corporates
- Automotive & Engineering Suppliers
- Process Industries
- Export-oriented Units.
Sustainability - Energy & ESG Assessment
Understand energy performance, review sustainability-related practices and identify opportunities for more efficient resource use and responsible business operations.
7. Energy Efficiency Assessment
Energy consumption affects operating costs, resource utilisation and industrial performance. An energy efficiency assessment helps businesses understand their consumption patterns and identify areas where suitable measures may improve efficiency.
APA’s Energy Efficiency Assessment examines relevant energy consumption data, operating conditions and processes within the agreed scope. The assessment helps businesses evaluate potential savings opportunities and plan appropriate improvement measures.
Our assessment may cover:
- Assessment of energy consumption and performance.
- Identification of cost-saving opportunities.
- Review of energy management potential.
- Identification of performance gaps.
- Energy conservation and optimisation measures.
- Business case and implementation roadmap.
Key Direct Clients:
- Manufacturing MSMEs
- Mid-sized Companies
- Large Corporates
- Export-oriented Units
- Investors & Stakeholders (including lenders / ESG supply chain and ESG compliance stakeholders).
8. ESG Assessment & Readiness
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly relevant to business planning, risk management and investment decisions. A structured assessment helps organisations understand their current practices and identify areas for improvement.
APA’s ESG Assessment & Readiness service reviews relevant ESG practices, identifies gaps and helps businesses establish priorities for improving their sustainability-related performance and reporting readiness.
Our assessment may cover:
- Assessment of environmental, social and governance performance.
- ESG risk alignment and gap analysis.
- Review of relevant ESG practices and controls.
- ESG data and reporting readiness.
- Identification of improvement opportunities.
- Roadmap for compliance and sustainable growth.
Key Direct Clients:
- Manufacturing MSMEs
- Mid-sized Companies
- Large Corporates
- Export-oriented Units
- Investors & Stakeholders (including lenders / ESG supply chain and ESG compliance stakeholders).