How to make this a best deal experience - Sell-side processes & tools

2nd year PE associate, first time managing an exit process and not from a banking background. Asset is fairly large with $1-2bn target value, so it's a serious process. It's just the partner and myself day to day, so I'm expected to drive quite a bit. We've hired a BB, consultants, etc. and I notice that I'm struggling between not wanting to be too hands-on/micro managing (as I'll end up doing everything) and getting the quality we need (haven't been too impressed so far to be honest)

Can you IB guys please show me the way? Any best practices you've seen? What did your favorite / most efficient sponsors do? Any tips, tools, processes you recommend to manage the process effectively as a client? Both weekly/daily and longer term advice would be helpful

I'm actively trying to make this deal as pleasant as possible for all involved (including myself) without compromising on the product. Thanks all

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