Acquiring a firm or start-up whose business is driven by technology or software requires specific knowledge and insights into the drivers and risks of such companies. The same often applies to industrial firms operating in niche markets where technical factors provide a competitive edge.
Investors normally possess excellent financial and legal capabilities that enable them to evaluate a merger & acquisition (M&A) target. However, technical and commercial appraisals as part of a due diligence process can be significantly improved using specialist consulting and thereby lead to better investment decisions.