IT due diligence could play a strategic role when it comes to M&A. It could make the acquisition very attractive to a potential parent company, or give it a reason to walk away.
Dealmakers understand that well-run IT organizations produce valuable high-quality data that can provide insights into the customer experience, operational performance, and real-time financial metrics.
Companies who position their strategy for cybersecurity could create a competitive advantage that makes their organization an easier decision to buy.
IT due diligence is more than just a review of the quality of the equipment, reliability of applications, and the ability of the team to keep the lights on. Even if it uncovers risks, having strategies in place to address the issues and a financial model that considers important investments in the first few years of the organization’s dealings can take an average-performing company to another level.
For more information on how you can support your M&A transaction, please see our M&A due diligence checklist.