Providing technical due diligence to enable confident acquisition-led growth
- Finance
- Tech due diligence
- M&A
- Private equity
Executive summary
Growth through acquisition introduces opportunity and risk in equal measure. Without clear visibility into the technical health of target organisations, businesses can inherit hidden liabilities that slow integration, increase cost and undermine strategic goals.
This case study shows how structured, outcome-led technical due diligence enables faster, safer acquisitions and creates confidence for long-term growth. The same principles apply across financial services and other regulated sectors where scale, security and integration readiness are critical.
"Answer had flexibility in approach to match our needs to the size and type of each deal coupled with the ability to deliver at speed ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives."
Kyle Augustin, CEO, Fintel IQ
The problem we solved
Fintel is a rapidly expanding financial services and technology provider pursuing strategic growth through acquisition. Recent acquisitions included Threesixty, Synaptic, VouchedFor, AKG and ifaDASH, each bringing new capabilities across compliance, financial planning, advisory networks and analytics.
As the acquisition portfolio grew, Fintel needed confidence that each target’s technology foundations were secure, scalable and aligned with best practice. Technical due diligence was essential to identify risk, understand integration effort and avoid inheriting issues that could affect service continuity, compliance or future growth.
The challenge was time-critical. Assessments needed to be delivered quickly, clearly and consistently, providing decision-makers with actionable insight rather than theoretical analysis.
What we did
Answer Digital was engaged to carry out comprehensive technical due diligence across Fintel’s acquisition targets.
We assessed systems, security, data management and delivery practices, producing a clear and prioritised view of technical health for each organisation. Findings were captured in a structured snag list designed to support executive decision-making and integration planning.
Each issue was categorised by urgency, distinguishing between acquisition blockers, Day 1 requirements and longer-term improvements. This approach enabled Fintel to address immediate risks, plan essential fixes at the point of integration and establish a roadmap for future optimisation.
All assessments were delivered within a one-week timeframe, providing rapid, high-confidence insight to support acquisition decisions without slowing momentum.
The long-term impact
The due diligence programme gave Fintel clear visibility into the technical strengths and risks of each acquisition.
Immediate risks were identified and mitigated before purchase, reducing the likelihood of disruption post-acquisition. Day 1 requirements were clearly defined, supporting smooth operational transitions and continuity of service. Longer-term improvements were aligned to Fintel’s broader technology and data strategy, enabling consistent standards across the group.
The work laid strong foundations for scalable integration, improved data management and enhanced digital capability across Fintel’s growing portfolio. It also provided assurance to senior leadership that technology decisions were grounded in evidence and aligned with strategic objectives.
Beyond assessment, Answer Digital’s broader consultancy capability positioned us to support implementation where required, enabling continuity from insight through to delivery.
How we can help you do the same
If your organisation is growing through acquisition and needs confidence in the technology it is inheriting, we can help.
Answer Digital works with financial services and regulated organisations to deliver fast, structured technical due diligence that reduces risk and supports confident decision-making. We provide clear, prioritised insight and can support you from pre-acquisition assessment through to integration and long-term optimisation.