Due Diligence

The acquisition process can become lengthy from start to finish. Acquirers must develop an acquisition strategy, court potential targets, review target confidential information, assess potential fit, perform in-depth due diligence, and finally consummate the acquisition. The process in total can take anywhere from three months to a year.

The complexity of each step and the shortened timeframe to complete often leads companies to focus attention on valuation, legal, and operations. The accounting due diligence process often becomes cursory at best, and usually is deemed just a gating factor to delay close. This, unfortunately, leads to mistakes, misunderstandings, delays in synergy, and thus delays in value realization.

Our due diligence specialists have significant experience working with clients to assess the risks of acquisition and testing those risks to ensure a smooth due diligence process. Whether it is for acquisition, sale, or refinancing, we tailor our due diligence services to meet your specific needs.

During our due diligence we will seek:

• to validate the buyer’s or creditor’s investment thesis by verifying the assumptions made when the transaction was negotiated

• to seek out issues and opportunities our clients were not aware of, and

• to provide them with data and insight to help formulate a post-transaction plan.