Expert perspectives on M&A technology assessment, risk identification, and value creation
Technical debt is the silent killer of M&A value. Learn how to identify, quantify, and negotiate around the hidden costs lurking in acquisition targets.
Read Article →AI claims are everywhere in M&A. Learn how to validate whether a target's machine learning capabilities are genuine differentiators or marketing fluff.
A data breach within 12 months of acquisition is more common than you think. Here's how to identify security risks before they become your problem.
Cloud costs can spiral 300% post-acquisition if you don't understand what you're buying. Here's how to assess cloud infrastructure before you close.
Poor data quality destroys integration value faster than any other technical issue. Learn how to assess data quality before it becomes your problem.
40% of key technical staff leave within 18 months of acquisition. Learn how to identify and mitigate key person risk before it destroys your investment.
ARR, churn, and growth rates don't tell the whole story. Learn how technical assessment reveals the truth behind SaaS metrics.
Integration success depends on API quality. Learn how to assess integration capabilities before you commit to a timeline.
Compliance gaps can block deals and create post-close liabilities. Here's how to assess regulatory compliance in technology acquisitions.
Integration planning shouldn't start at close—it should start during due diligence. Here's how to set up your technology integration for success.
Open source code is everywhere—and brings legal and security risks that require assessment. Here's how to evaluate open source exposure in acquisitions.
Fintech acquisitions require specialized technical assessment. Here's what's different about evaluating financial technology companies.
Healthcare technology acquisitions require understanding of clinical workflows, regulatory requirements, and interoperability challenges.
A practical guide for private equity professionals on technical due diligence—what to look for, when to engage experts, and how to use findings.
DevOps practices reveal operational efficiency, deployment risk, and engineering culture. Here's how to assess DevOps maturity in due diligence.
Mobile applications present unique due diligence challenges. Here's how to assess mobile technology in acquisition targets.
Databases are the foundation of most applications. Assessment during due diligence reveals performance issues, scalability limits, and migration complexity.
Smart sellers conduct technical due diligence before going to market. Here's how to prepare your technology story for acquisition.
Architecture decisions have lasting implications for acquisitions. Here's how to assess whether a target's architecture supports your investment thesis.
Some findings are yellow flags that affect price. Others are red flags that should stop deals entirely. Here are 20 deal-killing discoveries.
APIs are the connective tissue of modern software. Learn how to assess API design, documentation, security, and scalability during technical due diligence.
DevOps practices directly impact development velocity, reliability, and operational costs. Here's how to assess DevOps maturity during due diligence.
Mobile apps have unique technical considerations. From platform fragmentation to app store compliance, here's your guide to mobile TDD.
Modern companies rely on dozens of third-party services. Understanding vendor dependencies and risks is essential for M&A assessment.
Many acquisitions involve legacy systems requiring modernization. Learn how to assess migration complexity, costs, and risks.
M&A value realization depends on effective integration. Learn how to develop a technology integration roadmap during due diligence.
Technology is built by people. Evaluating team capabilities, culture, and retention risk is essential for technology-driven acquisitions.
SaaS businesses have unique metrics that reveal technology health. Learn which technical metrics to evaluate alongside financial KPIs.
Open source software powers modern applications. Understanding license obligations and compliance risks is essential for technology M&A.
GDPR, CCPA, and emerging privacy regulations create significant compliance requirements. Learn how to assess data privacy in M&A.
How much is technology worth? Learn frameworks for valuing technology assets, from replacement cost to strategic premium approaches.
Dependency on specific vendors can create strategic and financial risks. Learn how to identify and quantify vendor lock-in during due diligence.
Multi-cloud is increasingly common but adds complexity. Learn how to evaluate multi-cloud implementations during technical due diligence.
Documentation reveals engineering maturity and operational readiness. Learn what to look for and what gaps indicate about the organization.
Business continuity depends on disaster recovery capabilities. Learn how to evaluate DR planning and testing during due diligence.
Cyber insurance provides financial protection but has limitations. Learn how TDD and cyber insurance work together in M&A risk management.
AI is often overvalued in M&A. Learn how to cut through the hype and assess genuine AI capabilities and value.
Agile practices impact development velocity and team effectiveness. Learn how to assess agile maturity during M&A due diligence.
Carveouts present unique technology challenges. Learn how to assess separation complexity and plan for successful technology disentanglement.
Is technical due diligence worth the investment? We analyze the returns from comprehensive technology assessment in M&A transactions.
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