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TRANSPARENT PROCESS

From Application to Operations

Every founder goes through our structured 10-stage pipeline. No shortcuts. No ambiguity. Full transparency at every step.

10-Stage Founder Journey

From the moment you submit your application to the day your venture goes live — here's exactly what happens.

1

Application Received

Day 0 — Instant

You submit your pitch via the Founder's Portal. Our system generates a unique reference number (DREM-2026-XXXX) instantly. You receive a confirmation email with your reference number, expected timeline, and a link to track your application status.

  • Reference number generated automatically
  • Confirmation email sent within 2 minutes
  • Application enters screening queue
DEAL FLOW DEPT.
2

Initial Screening

Day 1–5

Our Deal Flow & Screening team reviews your application. We evaluate: idea viability, founder profile, target sector alignment, market research depth, and governance readiness. You receive a status update email.

  • Idea viability score (1-10)
  • Founder profile assessment
  • Sector & market-fit alignment
  • Outcome: Shortlisted / Waitlisted / Declined
DEAL FLOW DEPT.
3

Discovery Call

Day 6–10

If shortlisted, you're invited for a 45-minute video call with our team. We assess your commitment level, vision clarity, domain expertise, and willingness to operate under structured governance. This is a two-way conversation — you interview us too.

  • 45-minute structured video call
  • DREM Founder Matrix scoring
  • Q&A: Both sides ask tough questions
  • Outcome: Proceed to DD / Hold / Decline
DEAL FLOW + LEADERSHIP
4

Due Diligence

Day 10–25

Our research team conducts deep due diligence. We validate your market claims, analyze competition, build preliminary financial models, verify your background, and call your references. No detail is too small.

  • Market validation & TAM/SAM/SOM analysis
  • Competition mapping
  • Preliminary financial model
  • Founder background & reference checks
  • Regulatory landscape review
DUE DILIGENCE DEPT.
5

Term Sheet Proposal

Day 25–30

We present a formal Term Sheet outlining: equity structure, roles & responsibilities, governance framework, funding strategy, milestones, and exit provisions. This is negotiable — we believe in fair partnerships.

  • Equity split & vesting schedule
  • Role definitions (Founder vs DREM)
  • Governance terms & voting rights
  • Funding strategy & milestone targets
  • Anti-dilution & exit provisions
LEGAL + LEADERSHIP
6

Legal Agreements

Day 30–40

Both parties sign legally binding agreements. Our legal team drafts all documents. Everything is reviewed by independent counsel. No hidden clauses — full transparency.

  • NDA — Non-Disclosure Agreement
  • SHA — Shareholder Agreement
  • MOU — Memorandum of Understanding
  • AOA Amendment — Articles of Association
  • Board Resolution — Governance setup
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE DEPT.
7

Company Formation

Day 40–55

If it's a fresh venture, we incorporate a new Private Limited Company. If you already have an entity, we restructure. All registrations are handled by our compliance team.

  • Pvt Ltd Company incorporation (MCA)
  • DPIIT / Startup India recognition
  • MSME / Udyam registration
  • GST registration
  • Joint-signatory bank account
  • PAN, TAN, and statutory setup
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE DEPT.
8

Funding Facilitation

Day 55–120

Our Capital & Funding team identifies the best government schemes for your venture and files applications. We handle paperwork, bank liaison, and follow-ups. You focus on building.

  • Scheme identification (SISFS, PMEGP, Mudra, etc.)
  • Application filing & documentation
  • Bank liaison & CGTMSE coordination
  • State-level subsidy applications
  • Ongoing follow-up with authorities
CAPITAL & FUNDING DEPT.
9

Operations Launch

Day 60–90 (parallel with funding)

While funding is being processed, we activate your venture's operational backbone. All shared services go live. You get a governance dashboard. Your first Board Meeting is scheduled.

  • Shared services activated: Legal, Finance, HR, Tech, Marketing
  • Governance dashboard access granted
  • Monthly reporting framework setup
  • First Board Meeting scheduled
  • KPIs and OKRs defined
OPERATIONS + ALL DEPTS.
10

Growth & Monitoring

Ongoing — Month 3+

Your venture is live. DREM monitors performance through structured reviews. We help you scale, pivot if needed, and prepare for the next funding round — whether that's Series A or profitability.

  • Monthly P&L reviews
  • Quarterly Board Meetings
  • Annual statutory audit
  • Pivot / scale decisions
  • Follow-on funding strategy (Series A / Debt)
  • Exit planning when appropriate
PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT DEPT.

Agreements & Documents

Every stage has formal documentation. Here's what you'll sign throughout the journey.

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

Protects your idea and all confidential information shared during the evaluation process. Signed before the Discovery Call.

Stage 3 — Before Discovery Call

Term Sheet

Non-binding document outlining equity split, roles, governance terms, funding strategy, and milestone targets. Negotiable.

Stage 5 — Post Due Diligence

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

Formalizes the intent to co-build. Outlines scope of work, operational responsibilities, and initial budget allocation.

Stage 6 — Legal Phase

Shareholder Agreement (SHA)

The master legal document. Defines equity, voting rights, drag/tag along, anti-dilution, exit mechanisms, and dispute resolution.

Stage 6 — Legal Phase

Board Resolution

Formal resolution appointing directors, defining governance structure, authorizing bank accounts, and approving the operating budget.

Stage 7 — Company Formation

Governance Charter

Defines reporting cadence, audit schedule, approval thresholds, joint-signatory rules, and compliance obligations for the venture.

Stage 9 — Operations Launch

Automated Updates

You'll receive automated email updates at every stage. No guessing, no ghosting.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

The first step is simple — submit your idea. Everything else, we handle together.

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