Could technology hinder a future sale?
Early-stage pre-sale technology diligence for founders, shareholders and advisers who want to identify issues that future buy-side diligence may detect, slowing deal momentum or leading to valuation challenge.
As more buyers engage specialist technology diligence, vendors are increasingly exposed to detailed scrutiny after LOI. Deals can slow down, lose momentum or face value pressure when buy-side diligence uncovers issues late in the process. LumenStrata helps vendors understand where scrutiny is likely to land, where a clear narrative is needed, and what should be addressed before it affects buyer confidence.
How We Help.
- 01
Likely Buyer Scrutiny
Identification of the technology issues most likely to be tested by future buy-side diligence, based on the business model, growth story, buyer profile and likely transaction thesis.
- 02
Structured Technology Review
Assessment of the key diligence areas that could affect the sale, including ownership, IP, architecture, scalability, maintainability, security, delivery capability, team dependency, integrations and third-party risk.
- 03
Deal Friction & Value Pressure
Clear view of the areas that could slow the process, reduce buyer confidence, increase perceived risk or create pressure on valuation once diligence begins.
- 04
Evidence & Narrative Gaps
Identification of where the business may need stronger evidence, clearer explanations or mitigation narratives before likely buyer questions are raised.
- 05
Remediation Priorities
Practical plan for what should be fixed, documented or explained before or during the sale process.
- 01
Lightweight Information Request
A short, practical request for the materials available today, focused on what will help establish the technology position without creating unnecessary burden.
- 02
Sale Readiness Review
A structured review of available evidence, supported by interviews where documentation is limited, to identify the areas most likely to attract buyer scrutiny.
- 03
Management & Technical Interviews
Constructive conversations with relevant stakeholders to understand the technology story, identify gaps and test where buyer questions are likely to arise.
- 04
Scrutiny Map
A clear red/amber/green view of where future buy-side diligence is likely to focus, including areas that may create risk, friction or valuation pressure.
- 05
Remediation & Evidence Plan
A practical plan covering what should be fixed, documented, evidenced or explained before or during the sale process.
- 06
Findings Walkthrough
A focused session with management and advisers to discuss the findings, likely buyer concerns and recommended next steps.
Need Technical Clarity on a Transaction?
Discuss the transaction, the technology context, and where LumenStrata can support deal confidence.
Book a call