Software Due Diligence: Looking for Tech Help

by a searcher from University of Virginia-Darden - Darden School of Business

1 year ago

I am closing in on a potential software acquisition and would like to connect with anyone with experience in software deals. 

Namely, I would like to ask a few questions about what I need to be looking for/asking about regarding the code and architecture as I do not have a technical background. 

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searcher from University of California, Berkeley - Haas School of Business

Hi Mark, I have experience dealing with system and software architecture and happy to chat. In short, except for the typical DD regarding current solution performance, the focus also depends on how you plan to grow after acquisition. You would like to know whether current infrastructure has the scalability to easily integrated the new features and support large customer base without exponential resources or delays.

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searcher from Stanford University - Graduate School of Business

Hi Mark, quick review is look at customer reviews on Capterra & G2, we'll give an idea on what's breaking. If it's a software factory, then set up calls with last 3 delivered projects. I'm in Richmond, so happy to chat

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