Due Diligence is one of the most essential parts of ensuring a person makes the right investment decision, helping them to identify and manage the risks associated with the transaction.
Azure Group has extensive experience in conducting due diligence assignments, having provided these services in relation to organisations in various industries and for a number of different purposes, including buy-side and sell side financial and taxation due diligence.
Our experts uniquely approach the process, by starting with an in-depth analysis of all information provided. We look beyond the numbers to assess the whole business from a commercial and strategic perspective, including its people, its products and its service offerings. We focus on the viability of purchasing the business, based on not only the financials, but on the proven success and/or failure of the business over time.
We understand that each acquisition target is unique and therefore take the time to understand the factors which are of primary importance. This enables us to tailor our due diligence procedures to meet the specific requirements of any given assignment. We also partner with leading law firms to provide a holistic and cost-effective due diligence experience for our clients.
Due Diligence areas we look at include:
Technology
Intellectual Property
Financial Matters
Customer/Sales Information
Strategic Fit and Synergies with Potential Buyer including potential Cost Savings
HR matters – including employee/management
Material contracts – Commercial terms
Pending Litgation / Legal Risks
Tax Consideration
Regulatory & Government issues – including privacy, compliance with industry specific regulations
Insurance
Other General corporate information – shareholder deeds and ownership rights
