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Due Diligence Tasks
• Identify key value drivers to confirm and potential deal breakers
• Draw up due diligence request list and agree on process
• Conduct data room visit, management presentation and site visit
• Review and synthesize new data and develop follow-up questions
• Assess management capabilities and cultural fit
• Assess organizational strengths and weaknesses (by function)
• Reach conclusions on key value driver issues and confirm ability to capture synergies
• Refine valuation, synergies and transaction structure
• Submit final due diligence report
• Identify potential integration issues
• Prepare first draft integration plan ("First 100 days")
This Due Diligence Kickoff Presentation also outlines the roles and responsibilities of various team members involved in the process. Each team, from Project Management to Valuation, has clearly defined tasks to ensure a thorough evaluation. The document provides a detailed breakdown of responsibilities for both the client company and external advisors, ensuring all aspects of the due diligence process are covered comprehensively.
The presentation includes an indicative timeline, offering a realistic view of the due diligence process from start to finish. This timeline helps set expectations and ensures all stakeholders are aligned on critical milestones. It covers key activities such as bid submission, negotiations, confirmatory due diligence, and finalizing the sale and purchase agreement.
Additionally, the document features detailed work plans for specific teams, such as Operations and Environmental & Safety. These work plans include objectives, data room contents, and desired end products, providing a clear roadmap for each team's activities. This structured approach ensures that all critical areas are thoroughly assessed, and potential risks are identified and mitigated.
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This PPT slide outlines the typical M&A process, highlighting the critical role of due diligence as a structured yet unpredictable phase. Key components include management interviews for leadership insights, site visits for assessing operations and culture, and a data room for document transparency. A document request list ensures systematic collection of necessary materials. The bid preparation and bid process stages are interconnected with due diligence activities, where findings and analyses are organized for negotiations. Final steps involve negotiating the price and closing the deal, essential for finalizing the transaction. This framework illustrates the complexities of M&A and the necessity of a coordinated due diligence effort.
This PPT slide outlines team roles and responsibilities for a due diligence project. Project management oversees task delegation, integrates data, and communicates decisions to leadership, ensuring stakeholder alignment. The marketing team refines market forecasts and assesses customer opportunities, vital for understanding market positioning. Operations evaluates equipment conditions and identifies cost reduction opportunities to enhance profitability. Finance, Risk & Tax audits accounts and assesses insurance coverage to understand financial health and risk exposure. Human Resources identifies labor issues and assesses workforce management for smooth post-acquisition integration. Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) evaluates compliance risks and safety performance. Information Technology (IT) assesses integration risks in a digital-first environment, while legal responsibilities include evaluating litigation and intellectual property risks. Research and Development (R&D) assesses the financial impact of near-term products for future revenue forecasting.
This PPT slide outlines a due diligence timeline from early August to mid-September, detailing key activities. A team meeting on August 9-10 will finalize the scope of work and due diligence report format. A Data Room Visit will involve management consultants, lawyers, and accountants to gather essential documents and insights. Key tasks include submitting additional information requests and determining bid assets, which are critical for refining the financial model that informs valuation and financing. The timeline culminates in the completion of due diligence reports and valuation finalization, with board approval required for the second round bid, ensuring organizational alignment before proceeding.
This PPT slide outlines a structured due diligence workplan for the marketing team, involving key members such as the VP of Sales and Marketing, Director of New Product Development, and external industry experts. The objective is to evaluate industry dynamics, market positioning, and growth opportunities. Data room contents indicate a systematic collection of relevant information, categorized for organized review. Specific tasks include confirming market segment defensibility, assessing revenue synergies, and evaluating customer actions' impact on segments. The end product is a written summary detailing the target's capabilities, growth opportunities, and the effectiveness of its sales and marketing organization, while also assessing market structure and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
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