due-diligence
Due Diligence
Assess business opportunities through rigorous analytical frameworks. This covers commercial, operational, financial, strategic, and technology due diligence — from scoping the engagement through risk synthesis and investment recommendation.
DD Types and When to Use Them
| DD Type | Core Question | Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial | Can we win? | Market position, customers, growth, competitive dynamics |
| Operational | Can we run it? | Processes, systems, people, efficiency, scalability |
| Financial | Is it real? | Revenue quality, working capital, cash flow, projections |
| Strategic | Should we do it? | Strategic fit, synergies, integration, cultural compatibility |
| Technology & IP | Is it viable? | Architecture, technical debt, IP ownership, security |
| Legal & Regulatory | Is it clean? | Litigation, compliance, contracts, data privacy |
Most transactions require at least commercial, operational, and financial DD. The mix depends on the deal.
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