No one wants to make a big business decision without the right information. However, in the past getting that information was a process of sifting through many thousands of highly confidential documents – an exercise which posed a serious security risk and could cost businesses a great deal in terms lost opportunities, hefty lawsuits, or even worse.

Modern alternatives include a virtual dataroom which is a secure location to share and store data documents, images, and other files with those who need it (such participants in an M&A deal). They are a great tool for due diligence in an acquisition or tender process, capital raising or any other major business transaction, keeping everything from financial reports to technical drawings to patents in an environment that is controlled.

With access permissions that are granular and can be set at the both the folder and document level unlimited users are able to work on the platform without compromising data integrity. A powerful search function lets users find the information they need quickly and easily. Tools for team communications within the organization can make it easier to switch between various applications, thereby increasing the efficiency of due diligence.

Additionally redaction tools can be crucial to stop sensitive information from falling into the in the wrong hands. Manually removing content from large documents can be a time-consuming process and increases the likelihood of omitting a single or multiple instances, which URL could have a huge impact on the deal’s outcome. Find a provider that has a flexible service that can be adjusted as your needs change.