IT Due-diligence
With more than a hundred IT due diligences carried out, benefit from the expertise of Netsystem consultants.
Assess, de-risk and optimise your transactions thanks to our IT due diligence expertise
Technology is at the heart of modern business and the evaluation of IT systems is essential to ensure the success of an M&A transaction.
Netsystem can help you identify the risks and opportunities associated with the target’s digital assets.
Why choose Netsystem for your IT due diligence?
Recognised expertise in IT M&A
With over a hundred IT due diligence projects successfully completed, we help our private equity and corporate clients to identify risks, anticipate challenges and secure their acquisitions. Our IT M&A experts are recognised for their ability to provide accurate analysis and tailored recommendations, ensuring informed decisions and a successful transaction.
Why is IT due diligence essential?
A majority of post-M&A failures are linked to failures in the integration of IT systems.
IT due diligence makes it possible to :
- Identify technological cyber and compliance risks.
- Anticipate integration or modernisation costs.
- Assess compatibility with existing systems.
- Prepare for the post-acquisition transition.
A structured, methodical approach to successful IT due diligence
IT infrastructure analysis
- Assessment of servers, networks, clouds and datacentres.
- Identification of weaknesses or obsolescence.
Audit of applications and software
- Inventory of software used and evaluation of licences.
- Analysis of technical debt and maintenance requirements.
Cybersecurity and compliance
- Analysis of security policies and vulnerability tests.
- Verification of regulatory compliance (RGPD, NIS2, etc.).
Assessment of the organisation and operating model
- Internal skills and dependence on external service providers.
- Analysis of IT processes: project management, DevOps, ITIL.
- CAPEX / OPEX costs.
Report and strategic recommendations
- Summary of identified risks and opportunities.
- Clear action plan and recommendations to secure the transaction.
Choose Netsystem
Every strategic decision is based on a rigorous assessment. With Netsystem, turn your M&A projects into successes thanks to our IT expertise and our experience in managing these projects.
- Recognised expertise in digital transformation and IT M&A.
- Multi-disciplinary team of experts: cybersecurity, cloud, IT architecture.
- Proven methodology tailored to the needs of each client.
- Focus on post-transaction value creation.
- Transparency and constant communication throughout the process.
Talk to an IT M&A expert
If you have any questions or projects (Carve out, IT due diligence, Vendor Due Dil, etc.), please do not hesitate to contact our IT M&A experts.
Some clients
Examples of projects carried out
How Netsystem helped Supergroup with its Carve out project
Find out how Netsystem’s experts helped Supergroup successfully complete its IT carve-out project.
IT due diligence: the answers to your questions
The most common risks include :
- Obsolescence of infrastructure or software.
- Cybersecurity breaches or a history of unresolved incidents.
- Regulatory non-compliance (RGPD, NIS2, etc.).
- Significant technical debt.
- Underestimated licence or maintenance costs.
- Dependence on specific service providers or technologies.
The duration depends on the size and complexity of the target company.
In general :
A typical IT due diligence can take between 2 and 4 weeks.
For companies with a more complex organisation or in preparation for a carve-out, this can take up to 6 to 8 weeks.
We will provide you with a full report including :
- A summary of the risks and opportunities identified.
- A recommended action plan to address the critical issues.
- An estimate of the costs of integration or modernisation.
- Strategic recommendations to maximise the value of the operation.
The cost varies according to the size and complexity of the company analysed. Contact us for a personalised quote tailored to your needs.
Yes, absolutely. Cyber security is a key element in our assessment. We check :
- The robustness of existing security measures.
- Vulnerabilities in systems.
- Compliance with regulatory frameworks (RGPD, NIS2, etc.).
- Incident history and management.
- IT Due Diligence: Performed for the acquirer to assess the target company’s IT systems.
- Vendor IT Due Diligence: Commissioned by the vendor to prepare the sale and present a clear and attractive analysis of its IT systems, reducing uncertainty for buyers.
In the event of critical problems, we offer recommendations for resolving them before or during the transaction.
This may include:
- Upgrading obsolete systems.
- Implementation of security patches.
- Budget planning for necessary improvements.
This information enables you to make informed decisions.
We operate in all sectors, including :
- Industry.
- Health and biotechnology.
- Finance and insurance.
- Retail and distribution.
- Energy.
Because each sector has its own specific characteristics, our approach is tailored to your needs.
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