As we entered the last quarter of 2023, corporate development leaders, in-house counsels and private equity investors discussed a wide range of trends and issues impacting M&A at the Transaction Advisors Institute’s most recent conference. Among the topics discussed were shifting M&A strategies, artificial intelligence, antitrust dynamics, assessing and advancing M&A targets, and divestiture. Below, … Read more
During a live Q&A in September — 7 Tips and Tricks for Successful Technology Due Diligence and Integrations — Mart Lumeste, Co-Founder of Intium Tech covered the challenges and best practices for creating technology integration playbooks, managing technical teams post-acquisition, and integrating technologies post-merger. In this follow-up blog post, we’ll outline key takeaways and provide … Read more
M&A transactions can be incredibly rewarding, but they also come with significant risks. One of the most critical phases in ensuring a successful deal is due diligence. M&A due diligence is the process that allows you to dig deep into a target company’s details and evaluate whether the acquisition aligns with your strategic goals. In … Read more
In today’s business environment, where new cyberthreats are constantly emerging, security is currency. That is especially true for organizations working in corporate development and M&A, where preventing unauthorized user access and protecting the confidentiality of data is paramount. Studies confirm that cloud-based M&A platforms are more secure and better able to respond to security challenges … Read more
Managing a large pipeline of potential deals can be a daunting task. Deal teams often struggle to prioritize targets effectively and stay focused on the highest value opportunities. However, by leveraging first- and third-party data with Midaxo Deal Scoring, dealmakers can more efficiently focus their pipeline management, prioritize targets based on their deal thesis, and … Read more
Introduction: Acquiring smaller companies has become a widely used strategy for organizations to expand their market presence and increase their competitiveness. While high-profile acquisitions often grab headlines, acquisitions of smaller companies are much more common and, in many cases, more successful. In this post, we will explore some of the challenges and benefits associated with … Read more
Introduction The landscape of M&A is undergoing significant changes, driven by evolving market dynamics and technological advancements. The traditional approach of large, one-off deals is giving way to smaller, more frequent programmatic ones that involve more flexibility and agility. Similarly, the reliance on advisory-led deals is decreasing, with more companies opting for own-sourced deals that … Read more
In March 2023, the Transaction Advisors Institute (TAI) held their annual San Francisco conference for corporate development and M&A. We were excited to partner with TAI as a sponsor this year to share ideas with attendees on how to elevate dealmaking using modern SaaS technologies for managing their M&A processes. The conference boasted a comprehensive program … Read more
Optimizing your M&A pipeline process to source the best targets can be a daunting task, especially if you lack the latest tools and strategies. We’re excited to shed some light on the topic in our upcoming webinar: “How to Build a Winning M&A Pipeline,” featuring Charles Cautley (CPO) and Vilius Audinis, PhD (Head of Product … Read more
Introduction: Galina Wolinetz boasts over 25 years of industry experience, specifically in Corporate Development roles. She is currently a critical member of Virtas Partners, serving as its Managing Director. In a recent Live Q&A with Midaxo, Wolinetz leveraged her expertise to offer insights into commonly asked questions regarding roll-ups. We’ve summarized some of the popular questions … Read more