Technology due diligence is critical in M&A, as IT can either accelerate value creation or expose costly risks. Pre-acquisition, buyers must assess IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, vendor contracts, and compliance posture to uncover dependencies and vulnerabilities. Key areas include cloud and SaaS use, disaster recovery, data protection, and security controls like MFA, endpoint defense, and penetration testing. Post-acquisition, focus shifts to rationalization and integration: aligning IT structures, support models, governance, and applications while ensuring business continuity. A structured approach speeds integration, safeguards against disruption, and maximizes deal value.

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