# Technology and IT due diligence for private equity and corporate M&A

> **In short:** A technology or IT due diligence assesses a target's systems, software, infrastructure, organisation and IT cost before a transaction. It reveals risks, required investment and dependencies that affect price, contract and integration plan.

## The problem

The data room says little about IT, time is short, and the investment committee needs a clear answer: what will IT really cost us after closing?

## What you get

- Red flag report rated by severity and deal impact
- Capex and run-rate model for IT after closing
- Question list for the seller, clear and without filler
- TSA and separation needs where a carve-out is involved
- Management presentation for the investment committee

## How it works

1. **Kick-off:** Understand the investment thesis, set the focus, first questions to the seller.
2. **Data room and interviews:** Review documents, expert sessions with IT leadership and key people.
3. **Assessment:** Quantify risks, cost and dependencies, prioritise red flags.
4. **Report:** Report and presentation, aligned with the purchase agreement and the 100-day plan.

**Duration:** 2 to 3 weeks  
**Commercial model:** Fixed price per scope

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the difference between technology and IT due diligence?

Technology due diligence looks at the product: software, architecture and engineering. IT due diligence looks at internal IT: systems, infrastructure, security, organisation and cost. Software companies usually need both.

### How fast do you deliver?

A red flag report is typically ready after 2 to 3 weeks, faster with a good data room.

### Do you also assess AI at the target?

Yes. We check whether AI features and AI-built software are viable, secure and cleanly licensed, and where AI can create value after closing.