ma-due-diligence

Guide executives through M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration planning.

145|36|Updated Feb 26, 2026

Search Tags:#valuation #due diligence #synergies #integration planning #mergers and acquisitions #corporate strategy

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Skill: ma-due-diligence
Source: https://github.com/w95/awesome-claude-corporate-skills/tree/main/01-executive-leadership/ma-due-diligence
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/w95/awesome-claude-corporate-skills --skill ma-due-diligence-w95

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive framework for evaluating acquisition targets, conducting thorough due diligence, and planning successful post-merger integration, mitigating risks inherent in M&A transactions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Due Diligence Framework: Covers financial, commercial, technical, legal, and people aspects of target evaluation.
Synergy Analysis: Tools to identify, quantify, and plan for revenue and cost synergies.
Integration Planning: Provides checklists and a 100-day plan for post-acquisition integration.
Use Case: An executive needs to assess a potential acquisition target. This Skill guides them through creating target screening criteria, performing financial deep dives, analyzing customer concentration, evaluating technical debt, and planning for cultural integration.

Quick Start

Activate the ma-due-diligence skill to begin evaluating a potential acquisition target by following the M&A Due Diligence Framework.

Frequently Asked Questions about ma-due-diligence

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I conduct due diligence for a merger or acquisition?▼

M&A due diligence evaluates a target across financial, commercial, technical, legal, and people domains. Structured frameworks guide target screening, risk assessment, and deep dives into customer concentration and technical debt to ensure informed corporate strategy decisions.

What is synergy analysis in M&A transactions?▼

Synergy analysis in mergers and acquisitions identifies, quantifies, and plans for revenue and cost synergies. It evaluates expected operational efficiencies and combined revenue growth to justify the acquisition valuation and guide strategic integration planning.

How do I plan post-acquisition integration for a newly acquired company?▼

Post-acquisition integration planning uses structured checklists and a 100-day plan to merge operations, systems, and teams. It ensures cultural integration and operational alignment to realize identified synergies and mitigate execution risks.

What is the best way to screen acquisition targets for corporate strategy?▼

Target screening for corporate strategy involves establishing strict evaluation criteria against strategic goals. A comprehensive due diligence framework then filters targets by assessing financial health, commercial viability, technical debt, and cultural fit.

Does M&A due diligence cover both buy-side and sell-side transactions?▼

Yes, M&A due diligence facilitates structured evaluation and strategic decision-making for both buy-side and sell-side transactions. It supports comprehensive risk assessment and synergy analysis regardless of the transaction orientation.

What should I evaluate during technical due diligence before an acquisition?▼

Technical due diligence before an acquisition evaluates the target's technical debt, infrastructure robustness, and system architecture. This assessment uncovers hidden integration risks and future technology investment requirements within the M&A process.