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IT Due Diligence: Technology, Software Industry

When a private equity firm is evaluating an acquisition target, they perform thorough due diligence before making any decisions. One part of the due diligence process that tends to come later in the process is information technology (IT) due diligence. While important in any industry, this practice is particularly apropos for companies in the technology software industry. “For companies that have kept up, they can have a significant competitive advantage,” BluWave Head of Technology Houston...
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Private Equity Firms, Due Diligence

What Makes a Commercial Due Diligence Firm ‘Specialized’?

Private equity firms face fierce competition for new deals. Even when the economy is strong, there could be dozens of groups vying for the same target. When the deal market is stagnant, though, it can seem impossible to find a viable acquisition, let alone have the winning bid. BluWave founder and CEO Sean Mooney encountered this challenge in his nearly 20 years in private equity. “As the competitive tension of supply and demand intersected in private equity with more and more capital under...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

A Wave of Deals is Coming: Commercial Due Diligence Webinar

The private equity deal market has been slow in 2023. There are signs, however, that that could change soon. In fact, BluWave founder and CEO Sean Mooney believes PE is ready to “call a bottom” based on proprietary internal data. That means that firms must have their due diligence resources lined up ahead of the anticipated wave of deals this fall and beyond. Mooney was recently joined by BluWave Head of Technology Houston Slatton and Hidden Harbor CP Partner Andrew Joy to discuss the...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

Healthcare Compliance: Due Diligence Checklist

Healthcare is a hot sector for private equity firms looking to acquire new portfolio companies. Buy-side commercial due diligence on healthcare compliance is table stakes before any deal gets done. One expert service provider from our network says his firm has seen an influx of diligence requests in this industry since the beginning of 2022, and it hasn’t slowed down since. “There continues to be a lot of interest in the healthcare sector, whether it’s device manufacturers or contract...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

What To Do When Your Service Provider is at Capacity

Connecting with a service provider you can trust is like looking for a great dentist. Once you find “the one,” you wouldn’t put your teeth in anyone else’s hands. The same goes for your business. After a successful engagement with a trusted third party, you save a lot of time by contacting them directly the next time you have a need. There are reasons you have go-to service providers: they’re fast, reliable and they know your business. But if you love them so much, you’re probably not their...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

The Road to AI Implementation: Strategic Planning, Data Management, Cybersecurity

What’s worse than not implementing artificial intelligence tools into your business? Implementing them without a plan. While it might feel like you’re falling further behind competitors every day you’re not adding AI to your tech stack, you’re better off waiting a little longer to get it right. Rushing out a half-baked product will only cause you more harm in the long run. Let’s dive in to some of the key precursor activities for implementing artificial intelligence into your business. Aligning...
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Private Equity Firms, Operations, Due Diligence

Streamline Your Business-Building Processes with the BluWave Alpha Center

At BluWave, we understand the challenges that proactive business leaders face in finding and engaging with top-tier service providers. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the BluWave Alpha Center, a cutting-edge portal designed to streamline your third-party sourcing, project management and data insights processes. This AI-driven platform empowers private equity firms, portfolio companies, and private and public businesses to stay ahead of the curve and be at the forefront of modern value...
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The Power of AI, Data Analytics in IT Due Diligence

In today’s interconnected business landscape, a company’s value and performance are largely influenced by its technological prowess. That’s why IT due diligence is an essential component of any business transaction. IT due diligence is a key aspect of mergers and acquisitions, focusing on a comprehensive review of a company’s IT infrastructure, software, data management and cybersecurity measures. READ MORE: What does your business need to implement AI tools? This assessment identifies...
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Private Equity Firms, Operations, Due Diligence

Marketing Due Diligence: Comprehensive Checklist

Marketing due diligence is the thorough analysis and evaluation of a company’s marketing strategy, with the goal of identifying strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for improvement. Conducting proper marketing due diligence can be the tipping point toward increased profits. Digital marketing due diligence, an integral component, focuses on the company’s online presence and digital strategy. Expert outside help that intimately knows your industry can streamline this process. Let’s talk about...
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Private Equity Firms, Due Diligence

Q1 2023 BluWave Insights: HR, Tech Take Center Stage

Every quarter our team analyzes the projects we work on with our 500+ PE firm clients to get a bird’s eye view of the market. We recently compiled our Q1 2023 findings into our BluWave Insights Report. You can request your copy and our client coverage team will be in touch. Key findings from Q1 ’23 include: Value creation activity is at an all-time high, matching Q1 2022. Human capital remains PE’s primary area of focus at 45% of all Q1 activity, also matching an all-time high. Technology...
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Private Equity Firms, Portfolio CEOs, Due Diligence

What is Technical Debt in Due Diligence?

Technical debt doesn’t always get a good rep, but it’s not black and white, either. There are both benefits – usually early on – and consequences, which accumulate with time. As part of their IT due diligence process, many private equity firms take a hard look at the technical debt they might incur. That means it’s just as important for portcos, as well as private and public companies, to understand what they have on their hands before engaging in a potential sale or transaction. In addition to...
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Private Equity Firms, Deal Teams, Due Diligence

Challenges of Mergers and Acquisitions: Why They Fail

The majority of mergers and acquisitions fail. But why is that? This can happen for many reasons: disunity, lack of communication, impatience, poor due diligence. In any case, many of these failures can be avoided, either by better planning, or by calling off the engagement when the two sides realize it’s not meant to be. We’re going to look at some of the more common reasons mergers and acquisitions fail, along with some potential solutions. Success/Failure Rate of Mergers and Acquisitions...
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