Carve-outs and divestitures done right: a CFO's execution playbook

July 26, 2026 · 5 min · Free, with full transcript

Separating a business unit sounds straightforward until the first day of execution, when shared systems, entangled contracts, and unclear ownership turn a clean strategic decision into a protracted operational crisis. This playbook gives CFOs a concrete sequence to execute carve-outs and divestitures with speed, value preservation, and minimal disruption to the remaining business.