What is business advisory and how can it help my company?
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Business advisory involves providing expert guidance on strategic, financial, and operational matters to help businesses achieve their goals. We help you identify growth opportunities, optimize financial performance, improve operational efficiency, manage risks, and navigate complex business challenges. Our services are valuable for startups seeking direction, growing businesses needing structure, or established companies looking to expand or transform.
What's the difference between a business advisor and a consultant?
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While both provide expert guidance, a business advisor typically builds long-term relationships and provides ongoing strategic support across multiple business areas. Consultants often focus on specific projects or problems. As your business advisors, we act as trusted partners who understand your business deeply and provide continuous guidance on strategy, finance, operations, and growth - similar to having an experienced board member or mentor.
Do I need a virtual CFO if I already have an accountant?
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Yes, they serve different purposes. Accountants typically handle bookkeeping, tax compliance, and historical financial reporting. A virtual CFO provides strategic financial leadership - forecasting, budgeting, financial analysis, cash flow management, investor relations, and strategic decision support. Think of an accountant as looking at past finances, while a CFO focuses on future financial strategy and business growth.
How much does business advisory services cost?
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Our fees vary based on the scope and complexity of services. One-time consultation projects start at ₹25,000, ongoing advisory retainers range from ₹50,000-75,000 per month, and comprehensive CFO services are customized based on your needs. We offer flexible engagement models including project-based, retainer, and hourly arrangements. Contact us for a customized quote based on your specific requirements.
What industries do you specialize in?
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We have experience across 15+ industries including manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, technology, healthcare, real estate, hospitality, logistics, and professional services. Our team has worked with startups, SMEs, and large enterprises. While we have broad industry experience, our methodologies and frameworks are adaptable to any business sector. We invest time understanding your specific industry dynamics and challenges.
How quickly can you help improve my business performance?
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Initial improvements can often be seen within 30-60 days, such as better cash flow management or cost optimization. Strategic transformations typically show measurable results within 3-6 months. The timeline depends on your current situation, challenges, and goals. During our discovery phase, we'll provide a realistic timeline with milestones. We focus on quick wins early while building sustainable long-term improvements.
Can you help with fundraising and investor relations?
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Yes, we provide comprehensive fundraising support including business plan preparation, financial projections, pitch deck creation, valuation services, investor identification, due diligence support, and term sheet negotiation assistance. We've helped numerous startups and businesses raise funding from angel investors, VCs, and financial institutions. We also provide ongoing investor relations support post-funding.
Do you work with businesses outside India?
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Yes, we work with businesses globally, especially those with operations in India or planning to expand to India. We provide advisory services remotely via video calls, collaborative tools, and cloud-based platforms. Our expertise in Indian business regulations, tax laws, and market dynamics is particularly valuable for international companies entering or operating in India.
What makes Sidhi & Associates different from other business advisors?
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We combine deep financial expertise as Chartered Accountants with practical business advisory experience. Our approach is hands-on and implementation-focused, not just theoretical advice. We've helped 1000+ businesses achieve measurable results with a 95% client retention rate. We provide personalized attention, work as your trusted partner, and are committed to your long-term success. Plus, our diverse industry experience means we bring cross-industry insights to your business.
How do I get started with your advisory services?
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Getting started is simple: 1) Contact us via phone or WhatsApp, 2) Schedule a free initial consultation where we understand your business and challenges, 3) Receive a customized proposal outlining our approach and pricing, 4) Once approved, we begin with a detailed discovery phase, 5) We then develop and implement strategies together. The entire onboarding process typically takes 1-2 weeks.
