The Hidden Cost of Getting Statutory Data Wrong

When it comes to running and growing a business, few things derail momentum faster than inaccurate or incomplete statutory records. It’s easy to push filings and cap table updates to the bottom of the to-do list - until they become an urgent (and expensive) problem.

At OneRegistry, we’ve seen first-hand how small oversights can snowball into major obstacles for founders, finance teams, and investors.

Here are three of the most common (and costly) risks of getting it wrong:

1. Unexpected Legal Fees

When share records aren’t properly maintained, cap tables quickly become messy and unreliable. The result? Hours of specialist legal support untangling historical transactions, chasing missing documents, and correcting filings.
These costs often come at the worst possible moment - usually right before a funding round or exit – and can run into tens of thousands of pounds.

2. Delays to Deals

Incomplete filings or conflicting shareholder records can hold up investment and acquisition processes. Investors and buyers need to trust the numbers before signing off. Any gaps mean additional due diligence, slowed timelines, and sometimes even missed opportunities.

3. Reputational Risk

Trust is the foundation of any deal. If investors or buyers see inconsistent or incomplete records, it raises red flags about governance and reliability. Even if the issues can be fixed, the perception of risk lingers - and that can affect confidence, valuations, and relationships.

The Smarter Way Forward

The good news is that all of these issues are preventable. At OneRegistry we help centralise statutory data, keep cap tables accurate, and ensure filings are always up to date. By solving the problem at the source, businesses save time, reduce costs, and build investor confidence.

Statutory compliance doesn’t need to be a headache. With OneRegistry, you can protect your business from unnecessary costs and focus on growth, knowing your records are reliable.

Get in touch at enquiries@oneregistry.co.uk if you’d like to know more.