Deal Leaks: Data Protection During M&A

Data integrity is a fundamental component of a successful M&A transaction. It is a requirement that spans the entire deal lifecycle, from the evaluation of target companies, through identifying areas of synergies to ensuring effective integration. Should data be leaked, however, and integrity lost, a transaction is potentially in jeopardy. In many instances, data leaks are the reason why some deals fail to get over the finish line entirely, or are only completed with a substantially revised valuation.

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