Merger and Amalgamation aims at stability, development and expansion of business prospects, the decision being based on a prudent Due Diligence process. Draft a Due Diligence Process in a tabular form involving buyer and

Due Diligence Process in the M&A Stages For Buyer For seller Preparation Stage M&A Strategy formulation Preparation of List of potential targets Appoint external advisor for evaluation of targets Short list targets Create Due diligence team Structure a Business plan Preparation of list of potential buyers Appoint external Advisor Shortlist buyers Pre diligence Approach targets Negotiation of initial terms Execute Non Disclosure Agreement Compilation of list of data required Approach buyers Negotiate initial terms Execution of Non Disclosure agreement Creation of Data room Due diligence Inspection of Data room Analysis of private documents Evaluation of risk and return Structure the terms and conditions Assistance in data room Setting deadlines for offer Negotiations Make final offer Negotiate and agree on terms Compile final offers Select best offer negotiations Post diligence Post merger integration and cultural adjustments Termination of data room and ownership exchange