Due diligence

In transactions, details matter. A thorough understanding of a company’s financial health, processes, risks and technology environment often determines whether a promising opportunity becomes a successful investment.

 

Today, due diligence is more than just a formal review before a transaction is completed. It is a strategic tool that helps investors, owners and management teams better understand the true value of a company, identify potential risks and uncover opportunities for further growth.




At BDO, we bring together financial, tax, legal, HR and technology expertise to provide an integrated approach. 

Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to provide clients with a comprehensive view of the transaction – from initial analysis and negotiations through to the subsequent integration or separation of companies.

Our objective is not simply to identify risks. 

We help clients make informed decisions, protect the value of their investment and create the conditions for the company’s long-term success following completion of the transaction.

Financial Due Diligence

  • We review historical and projected financial performance and identify potential risks and opportunities.
  • We provide a detailed analysis of the company’s financial position, enabling you to make informed decisions.

Tax Due Diligence

  • We help identify tax risks, liabilities and opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
  • We analyse tax compliance, propose solutions to identified issues, design optimal transaction structures and support post-acquisition integration with the aim of maximising tax efficiency.
  • Our services cover corporate taxes, employment taxes, VAT and transfer pricing.

Commercial Due Diligence

  • We assess the company’s commercial potential, market position, competitive environment and the sustainability of its business model.
  • We analyse the customer portfolio, growth opportunities, market trends and the key factors affecting the company’s future performance. This provides you with an independent view of the company’s true potential and the key commercial risks associated with the transaction.

Legal and HR Due Diligence

  • We focus on the company’s legal compliance and human resources to identify potential legal or HR risks that could affect the company’s operations following the transaction.

IT and Cyber Due Diligence

  • We assess the company’s technology infrastructure, data security and IT strategy to identify potential weaknesses and determine whether its technology environment is aligned with your business objectives.
  • With the growing risk of cyberattacks, cybersecurity due diligence is also becoming increasingly important.

Integration and Separation Due Diligence

  • We help efficiently integrate or separate parts of a business to maximise transaction value and minimise potential complications.

Main contact persons

Ondřej Šnejdar

Ondřej Šnejdar

Partner, Head of Advisory • Audit
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Michaela Modrá

Michala Modrá

Partner | Head of Tax M&A • Tax
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Kamil Vaniš

Kamil Vaniš

Partner | Strategy & Deal Advisory
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