In the Digital Age, speed is key. An acquisition can quickly provide the company with new capabilities, technology insights, know-how, or access to the talent needed for the envisioned and sometimes inevitable transformation.
However, a rushed transaction also carries risks. Missing out on setting the right strategy for targeting, lacking insights into the motivations of buyers and sellers, unrealistic expectations, possibly on both sides, and poorly set up due diligence can lead to unsuccessful transactions – in worst cases to financial and operational setbacks.
alldigital provides a streamlined acquisition project management from strategy development and transaction structuring to closing the acquisition. A customized and discrete approach of the target followed by precise analysis and sound Due Diligence ensures a successful transaction.
The key to a fruitful target search is a clear definition of the basic principles and screening criteria matching a company’s M&A strategy, including cultural fit, technology expertise, and client portfolio. The criteria need to be specific to each company and transaction.
The alldigital advisors support the leadership in developing the strategy based on the client’s business objectives and desired benefits.
We help to define clear inclusive and exclusive criteria for selecting and prioritizing the target companies. Consequently, we develop a preliminary, comprehensive list of companies. Utilizing the search criteria we create a shortlist of possible targets that can be addressed individually.
We then either approach the targets on behalf of our clients or accompany them in the subsequent discussions and negotiations.