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Ready for the deal: Transaction readiness in turbulent times

Unlock benchmarks and best practices from the Transaction Readiness report, based on a global survey of over 200 senior leaders spanning public and private organizations.

Produced in partnership by Diligent Institute, Wilson Sonsini, NetSuite, CFO Alliance, and the CFO Leadership Council, this research reveals actionable insights and readiness gaps for mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs in today's complex deal environment.

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Key Findings

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AI-powered evaluations

Only 5% of organizations currently use AI-powered evaluations or data collection in transaction processes, though many expect AI to become critical for future deal readiness.

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Growth strategies

Nearly half (49%) of organizations are prioritizing mergers & acquisitions or strategic partnerships in their growth strategies—even amid economic turbulence.

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Readiness gaps

Just 4% of respondents report their governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and financial systems are fully integrated for transactions, exposing potential readiness gaps.

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This webinar will be explore the Transaction Readiness report in more detail, featuring insights from Diligent Institute, Wilson Sonsini and NetSuite.

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