1. Legal Due Diligence
This checklist assesses the legal aspects of the target company, such as contracts, licenses, and legal documents.
2. Financial Due Diligence
This checklist evaluates the financials of the target company, such as financial statements, budgets, and taxes.
3. Operational Due Diligence
This checklist evaluates how the target company operates, such as customer service, technology, and processes.
4. Human Resources Due Diligence
This checklist assesses the target company's human resources policies and practices, such as compensation and benefits.
5. Risk Management Due Diligence
This checklist evaluates the target company's risk management practices, such as compliance and insurance.
6. Intellectual Property Due Diligence
This checklist assesses the target company's intellectual property, such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
7. Strategic Due Diligence
This checklist evaluates the target company's strategic objectives and capabilities, such as competitive positioning and market share.
8. Environmental Due Diligence
This checklist assesses the target company's environmental policies and practices, such as waste management and emissions.
9. Compliance Due Diligence
This checklist evaluates the target company's compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
10. Reputation Due Diligence
This checklist assesses the target company's reputation among customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.