What is one key goal during the administration of a company?

One key goal during the administration of a company is to realize assets for distribution to creditors. This is particularly relevant in situations where a company is facing insolvency or bankruptcy. In such cases, the administration process is aimed at maximizing the value of the company's remaining assets to ensure that creditors receive as much repayment as possible. The administration serves to stabilize the company's operations and, if feasible, work out a structured plan to either sell assets or restructure the company for the benefit of creditors.

In contrast, while maximizing shareholder equity, identifying new investment opportunities, and reducing operational costs are important for a company's general management and success, they may not be the primary focus during administration. When a company is under administration, the critical focus shifts to addressing creditor claims and managing the company’s assets effectively in order to mitigate any further financial loss.