Vendor Due Diligence in M&A Transactions: A Seller’s Guide to Reports and Service Providers

31 March 2023

By Zachary Cefaratti

Embarking on a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process is a complex, costly and time-consuming endeavor. To ensure a smooth and successful transaction, sellers often rely on various vendor due diligence reports and service providers to prepare for negotiations with potential buyers. Sellers often get different recommendations from different advisors about what reports are needed, the scope of those services, and the costs.