Buy-Side Technology Due Diligence
Independent technical assessment commissioned by investors and acquirers. We give you the facts on technology risk so you can invest with confidence — and negotiate from a position of knowledge.
Why Technology DD Matters
For most software businesses, technology is the asset. Yet technical due diligence is too often treated as a checkbox — a light-touch review that doesn't scratch the surface of what's really there.
The consequences can be significant: unexpected platform rewrites post-close, security incidents, key engineer departures, or a product that can't support the growth thesis.
Proof Edge provides the depth of assessment that serious investors deserve — independent, rigorous, and structured to inform your investment decision.
of M&A deals cite technology integration as the primary source of post-close value leakage
technical debt is often not visible from financial statements or commercial due diligence
risk in engineering is frequently underestimated until after close
What We Cover
Our buy-side assessments are structured around six core workstreams, tailored to the deal context.
Technical Architecture Review
Assessment of platform scalability, infrastructure choices, system dependencies, and integration complexity. We identify what it will cost to scale, modernise, or integrate the technology post-acquisition.
Security & Compliance Assessment
Review of security posture, data handling practices, and regulatory compliance. We surface vulnerabilities and obligations that may affect valuation, deal structure, or post-close liability.
Technical Debt Quantification
Structured assessment of the accumulated technical debt: what it is, where it sits, and what it will cost to address. We give you a realistic picture of the investment required to maintain and grow the platform.
Engineering Team Evaluation
Assessment of team structure, key-person risk, capability depth, and attrition risk. We help you understand whether the team can execute the business plan post-acquisition.
Product & Roadmap Review
Review of the product roadmap, competitive positioning, and development velocity. We assess whether the product has the legs to support the growth thesis.
Risk Summary & Deal Flags
A clear summary of material technical risks, deal flags, and recommended protections — structured to support your legal and commercial negotiation.
What You Receive
Outputs structured for use by investors, deal teams, and advisors.
Deal Memo
A concise investor-ready summary of material technical risks and deal flags.
Full Assessment Report
Detailed findings across all workstreams, with evidence and context.
Risk Register
Structured log of technical risks, rated by severity and likelihood.
Management Q&A
We can attend management presentations and respond to technical questions.
Evaluating a Target?
Get in touch early. We work to deal timelines and can mobilise quickly when needed.
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