Role of Operational Creditor under IBC in Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process The role of an Operational Creditor in the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under IBC, 2016, is important within the framework of the legislation. An operational creditor provides goods or services and supplies and becomes a creditor of the corporate debtors, which plays an active role in the initiation of the insolvency proceedings. When the amount of the operational debt is owed and remains unpaid, initiate the insolvency resolution process by applying to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). The application includes the details of the operational debt owed, default, etc. Not like a financial creditor, who generally needs a minimum default threshold to initiate a proceeding. When the NCLT admits the applications, a moratorium is prepared to protect the corporate debtor from any legal actions. The Operational Creditors are included in the creditor committee, including the financial creditor and operational creditor, to participate in the decision-making process during the corporate insolvency resolution process. It is required to note that Operational Creditors do not have voting powers in matters related to the acceptance and rejection of resolution plans, but their presence in the Committee of Creditors must show that the operational creditors are aware of the decisions. Appointing an Insolvency Resolution Professional under Section 16 Under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, the appointment of the Insolvency Resolution Professional is an important step in the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Procedure (CIRP). The provision under Section 16 of IBC is related to the appointment of an IRP. When a Corporate Debtor defaults in the payment part and an operational creditor does not receive payment, a financial and operational creditor or corporate debtor and operational creditor may apply to initiate the CIRP. However, our experts provide operational creditor support, which plays an important role in managing the affairs of corporate debtors during the moratorium period for the approval of the resolution plan. Initiation of CIRP by Our Operational Creditor Support Our operational creditor support services help in the initiation of CIRP for operational creditors applying NCLT to indicate the occurrence of a default and seek the initiation of the CIRP. Our operational creditor support helps in the admission of the application, and the creditor may apply to the NCLT, assisting in the interim moratorium and the entire process of CIRP. Our experts take control of the management of the corporate debtors during the moratorium period and assess the financial support in the form of collecting and verifying the claims from the creditors. Our Operational Creditor support extends to the management of the affairs of the corporate debtors and conveys the meeting of the Committee of Creditors. Importance of Operational Creditor in the Corporate Insolvency Landscape The operational creditor may play an important role in the corporate insolvency landscape by contributing significantly to the dynamics of the insolvency resolution process. The key aspects highlight the importance of operational creditors. Initiation of Insolvency Process The IBC, 2016 recognized the role of Operational creditors by allowing them to initiate insolvency proceedings against a defaulting corporate debtor and take action to seek resolution. Part of the Committee of Creditors Operational Creditors are an integral part of the Committee of Creditors (CoC) in the insolvency resolution process and ensure a diverse representation in decision-making to prevent the imbalance in favour of financial creditors and corporate debt. Protection of Rights The operational creditor in the insolvency resolution process gets help from protecting their rights and interests. It ensures that their claims are considered and have a voice in the approval or rejection of the resolution process. Promotion of Fair and Equal Treatment Operational Creditors In the insolvency resolution process, the operational creditor must promote fairness and equal treatment to prevent a situation of dominating the particular rights of some creditors and foster a more balanced approach to resolution. Economic Impact The financial health of operational creditors is linked to the overall health of the economy to ensure fair treatment of operational creditors in the insolvency proceedings to contribute to the overall stability of the business environment. Enterslice’s Services for Operational Creditor Support Enterslice offers a diverse range of operational creditor support services to meet the needs of operational creditors in the insolvency process. Here is a detailed explanation of our operational creditor support services Solution for Debt Recovery Our experts provide a tailored approach to the amount of financial debt with respect to recovery and acknowledge the individual nature of operational creditor claims. Our approach is to utilize active measures to recover outstanding dues. Our customized solution to the insolvency proceedings will help the operational creditor get a proper solution. Credit Management Our experts assist in enhancing creditworthiness strategies for operational creditors. Our experts also assist in mitigating risk by implementing measures to mitigate credit risks and optimize credit management practices. Legal Advice for Creditors The comprehensive support for dispute resolution ensures timely and efficient resolution of conflicts and provides legal advice to protect the rights of operational creditors during insolvency proceedings. Expertise in Insolvency Our experts have experience in insolvency and navigate the complexities of the insolvency resolution process. Our experts also ensure adherence to all the regulatory requirements and compliance standards for secured and unsecured creditors. Result Oriented Services The success of the driven approach by our experts is to focus on achieving successful outcomes for operational creditors. We implement strategies with clear and measurable results. We provide operational creditor support throughout the engagements. Step by Step Guide to Handle Operational Creditor Support Process Our experts navigate the operational creditor support, which will be provided as a systematic and strategic approach. Below is the step-by-step guide to help the operational creditor in the insolvency process Assessment of Unpaid Dues Our experts conduct a thorough assessment of unpaid operational debtor copies of dues owned by the corporate debtors and gather all the relevant information, such as invoices, agreements and communication records related to the outstanding amounts and present in the insolvency proceedings and creditors are paid. Engage with Corporate Debtors Our experts perform transparent communication with the corporate debtors to understand the reason for default and explore resolution options by negotiating with the corporate debtors and restructuring the payments or settlement agreements. Our experts engage with the corporate debtor to provide transparent communication to the operational creditors. Evaluation of Disputes Our experts review the contractual terms and conditions to determine if there are any disputes and explore alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve disputes. Prepare for Insolvency Proceedings Our experts ensure that the default thresholds are specified in the IBC before insolvency proceedings. Our experts perform diligently in insolvency proceedings and assist in preparing the required documents related to the insolvency process. Filing Application to NCLT Our operational creditor support not only assists in the insolvency proceedings but also provides legal advice and qualified professionals to assist in the preparation, and creditors can apply for insolvency. Our professionals apply with the National Company Law Tribunal to initiate the CIRP process. Participate in the Committee of Creditors (CoC) Our experts attend the CoC meeting and represent the interest of the Operational Creditor, and the operational creditor may submit the required documents. We collaborate with other creditors in the decision-making process related to the approval or rejection of the resolution plans. Assessment of Resolution Plan Our experts with operational creditor support services review and assess the resolution plan submitted by potential resolution applicants and provide input during the evaluation process to ensure the interest of operational creditors, and the operational creditor may file a CIRP. For the insolvency proceedings to become a part of the resolution plan. Post Resolution Assistance Our experts monitor the implementation of the resolution plan to ensure compliance with the agreeing terms and facilitate the settlement of operational creditor claims as per the approved resolution plan. Advantages of Availing Our Operational Creditor Assistance Services Our Operational Creditor assistance services from Enterslice offer a range of advantages for operational creditors by navigating the complexities of the insolvency landscape. The key advantages of our operational creditor assistance services are Expertise in the Insolvency Process In Enterslice, our professionals have a team of experienced insolvency professionals who are well-versed in the intricacies of the IBC and other related regulations. Our experts have expertise professional in insolvency to provide a proper resolution in the insolvency proceedings. Debt Recovery Strategies Our strategies are designed to maximize recovery while considering the unique circumstances of each operational creditor and providing the best strategies for debt recovery or debt that has been legally assigned. Our experts prepare debt recovery strategies to provide a positive outcome for the operational creditor in the insolvency proceedings. Dispute Resolution Our experts provide operational creditor assistance services to assist in dispute resolution, provide the best possible solution, and perform negotiation to come to a mutual decision. And also implement an effective and timely mechanism for dispute resolution. Legal Advice Our experts provide operational creditor assistance services to support and protect the rights of the operational creditor during insolvency proceedings. Active Participation in CoC Our experts actively participate in the CoC to safeguard the interest of operational creditors during decision-making processes. Our experts represent the operational creditor actively in the participation of the Committee of Creditors to analyze the insolvency proceedings as per the benefits of the operational creditors. Regulatory Compliance Our experts adhere to regulations and ensure strict adherence to all the regulatory requirements and compliance standards throughout the insolvency proceedings and comply with all the regulations related to the insolvency proceedings. How will Operational Creditor Assistance Services help in the Rights and Remedies of Operational Creditors? Our operational creditor assistance services play a crucial role in safeguarding the rights and enhancing the remedies available to operational creditors within the insolvency framework, so here are some detailed explanations of our operational creditor assistance services to contribute to the rights and remedies of the operational creditors Initiate Insolvency Proceedings Our experts provide assistance or assessment of the financial health of the corporate debtor for timely detection of fraud and collection of financial information as well, and our operational creditor assistance service enables operational creditors to take active measures under Section 9 of IBC to initiate insolvency proceedings. Debt Recovery Strategies Our experts design debt recovery strategies to maximize recovery while considering the unique circumstances and operational dynamics of each creditor. Our debt recovery strategies are implemented to enhance the efficiency of the debt recovery process. Demand Notice of Unpaid Operational Debtor Under Section 8 of IBC, 2016, an operational creditor under iIBC can serve a corporate debtor a demand notice to the corporate debtor with our expert's assistance for demanding the outstanding dues. Risk Mitigation Our operational creditor assistance services focus on enhancing the creditworthiness of operational creditors and implementing measures to mitigate credit risk to protect operational creditors from future challenges. Our Operational Creditor has the right to receive the payment of the outstanding debt from the corporate debtor with the help of our operational creditor assistance services. Efficient Claim Settlement Our experts facilitate timely settlements of operational creditors' claims as per the approved resolution plan and ensure a fair distribution. Our implementation of strategies to maximize the recovery of operational creditors within the constraints of the insolvency process and under section 25(2)(j) of IBC, 2016, the operational creditor has the right to be informed about the resolution plan proposed for the insolvency proceedings. Right to Appeal the Valuation of Claims If the operational creditor is not satisfied with the valuation of claims as determined by the liquidators, then they may appeal the order to the Adjudicating Authority within fourteen days under Section 42 of IBC, 2016, with the help of our experts. Recovery of Debts by Operational Creditor Assistance Services The operational creditor assistance services play an important role in facilitating the efficient and strategic recovery of debts owed to operational creditors. These services are designed to navigate the complexities of the insolvency landscape, ensuring that operational creditors have a structural approach to financial debt recovery and financial debt owed. Our Operational Creditor Assistance Services aims to maximize the chances of successful recovery while performing the insolvency proceedings and taking into account the unique circumstances of each operational creditor, and the creditors are those whose obligation is kept in priority. Our experts detect financial distress, take active engagement with the corporate debtor and provide legal assistance as the key components of our operational creditor assistance services. Our experts initiate transparent communication, negotiation and the initiation of insolvency proceedings in compliance with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. Whether through negotiation, dispute resolution, or active participation in the insolvency resolution process, our operational creditor assistance services are geared towards achieving timely and efficient debt recovery and contributing to the insolvency proceedings on behalf of operational creditors.