Tech Due Diligence: 87 Checkpoints for Informed Decisions
The comprehensive checklist for investors, CTOs, and M&A advisors. Systematically evaluate technology stacks, code quality, security, and team structures - with special focus on GDPR and DACH compliance.
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Why Tech Due Diligence Fails
Blind Spots
Without a structured approach, critical technical risks are overlooked - from outdated dependencies to missing documentation.
No Unified Standard
Every review starts from scratch. A repeatable methodology that systematically covers all relevant areas is missing.
GDPR & Compliance Gaps
European and German data protection requirements are often identified too late in the process, leading to costly remediation.
Transaction Time Pressure
M&A processes run under high time pressure. Without a clear checklist, important technical assessments fall through the cracks.
What's Included in the Checklist
6 categories with a total of 87 checkpoints for a thorough technical assessment
Architecture & Design
System architecture, scalability, technology stack assessment, and technical debt.
15 checkpoints
Code Quality
Code standards, test coverage, CI/CD pipelines, and development processes.
14 checkpoints
Security & Data Protection
Security architecture, vulnerability management, GDPR compliance, and penetration testing.
16 checkpoints
Infrastructure & DevOps
Cloud infrastructure, deployment processes, monitoring, and disaster recovery.
14 checkpoints
Team & Processes
Team structure, knowledge management, development methodology, and documentation.
13 checkpoints
Compliance & Licensing
Open-source licenses, regulatory requirements, DACH-specific compliance, and data residency.
15 checkpoints
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Sample questions from the full checklist
Architecture & Design
- ✓Is the system architecture documented and up to date?
- ✓Is there a clear strategy for managing technical debt?
- ✓Are interfaces between services clearly defined and versioned?
Security & Data Protection
- ✓Are regular security audits and penetration tests conducted?
- ✓Is a GDPR-compliant data deletion concept implemented?
- ✓Is there a documented incident response procedure?
Team & Processes
- ✓How high is the dependency on individual key people (bus factor)?
- ✓Are there structured onboarding processes for new developers?
- ✓Are regular code reviews conducted?
Frequently Asked Questions
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What makes this checklist different from others?
This checklist was specifically developed for the DACH market and considers GDPR, German compliance requirements, and European data protection standards. It's based on over 13 years of experience in technical company assessments.
Who is the checklist suitable for?
The checklist is designed for investors evaluating technology investments, CTOs looking to audit their own technical organization, and M&A advisors who need a structured technical assessment.
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