There is limited time and access during M&A due diligence. Knowing this, it is critical to focus on the high priority areas with the largest affect on risk.
As we discussed in our previous article, “Due Diligence for Mergers and Acquisitions – Why include IT“, technology due diligence is a critical part to evaluating a merger or acquisition. The less time spent the higher probability of extended integration or other issues. We now discuss which parts of IT due diligence to prioritize in order to minimize risk.
People
- If the organization you are acquiring has proprietary technology, evaluating the personnel is critical as they support the technology.
As we start to see mergers and acquisitions activity ramp up, we shift focus to the value of technology due diligence.
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