We are worried about being sued by a buyer after the sale for operational errors we did not catch. How do we use our daily operational scorecards and EOS metrics on our runway to create an airtight defense against post-closing indemnity claims?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Buyers use representation and warranty clauses to claw back money if the business fails to perform as promised after the sale. To protect yourself, you must have an undeniable, data-backed history of your daily operations.

Your weekly Scorecard and historical Level 10 Meeting™ archives are your best defense. These records prove that you did not hide operational issues or manipulate performance data. They show a consistent history of identifying, discussing, and solving problems using IDS®.

Ensure that every metric on your Scorecard is backed by a clear data source. Keep detailed records of your quality control metrics, customer satisfaction scores, and operational uptime.

By presenting a historical record of your operational health, you prove that your business is run with rigorous transparency. This eliminates the buyer's ability to claim they were misled, protecting your hard-earned proceeds after you exit.