A transaction requires a technical risk assessment.
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IT clarity at decisive stages of your business.
Assess technical risks, understand critical dependencies and plan the next transition on a reliable basis.
Acquisitions, organizational change and restructuring require sound technical decisions. NALVRA makes risks and dependencies visible, prioritizes measures and supports secure transitions.
Who we work for
For business leaders, IT managers, investors and corporate groups, as well as insolvency administrators and restructuring advisers with a clearly defined technical mandate.
IT due diligence: infrastructure, applications, licenses & risks
Definition of the technical mandate, goal and decision date
Your starting point
When technical risks determine the next step.
We examine systems, applications, permissions, providers, contracts and operational risks. This produces prioritized recommendations and, within the agreed scope, support for technical implementation.
- A transaction requires a technical risk assessment.
- Business-critical IT must remain stable in a special situation.
- Systems, data and identities need separation or integration.
Information for decisions
Technical inventory, risks and open questions are documented separately. This shows what is evidenced and where more review is needed before deciding.
Priorities for continuity
Business-critical systems, access and providers take priority. Measures follow operational impact, time dependencies and available options.
A planned transition
Separation, integration or consolidation have owners, checkpoints and handover criteria. Technical steps are coordinated with the relevant advisers.
What we contribute
Stay operational, even under time pressure.
We tailor these building blocks to your project.
IT due diligence: infrastructure, applications, licenses & risks
We examine infrastructure, applications, operating arrangements and technical dependencies. IT contracts and licenses are captured for technical review; legal assessment remains with your advisers.
IT stabilization during restructuring and insolvency
During restructuring or insolvency, we support technical inventory and prioritization of critical services. Access, data, providers and necessary measures are assessed within the mandate.
Carve-out & post-merger integration
We plan technical separation or integration of identities, networks, data and applications. Transitional services, Day 1 requirements and acceptance checkpoints are specified within the agreed scope.
Executive IT advisory & strategic dialogue
Business and IT leaders receive strategic advice on risks, target architecture, transformation and suppliers. The consulting mandate guides the responsible decision-makers.
Dependency map & technical inventory
The dependency map connects business processes with applications, identities, infrastructure and external partners. Missing documentation and unverified statements remain visible review items.
Prioritized action plan & handover concept
Risks become prioritized measures with owners and prerequisites. The handover concept defines evidence required before separation, takeover or planned shutdown.
Concrete use casesWhat this could look like
What this could look like
in practice.
Illustrative project scenarios show possible approaches. They are not documented customer references.
Identify technical dependencies before an acquisition.
The starting point
A buyer reviews a midsize business. A central application is supported by only one external provider; architecture and recovery documentation are incomplete.
A possible approach
A technical review could combine available documents, authorized discussions and agreed system evidence. Operational risks, open licensing questions and potential actions would be recorded separately.
Possible outcome
The aim is a management-ready risk report with an evidenced starting point, open questions and prioritized technical measures for further planning.
Keep critical services operational first.
The starting point
In a special situation, a reliable inventory and clear contacts are missing. Responsibilities for central access, backups and providers are unresolved.
A possible approach
A continuity assessment could identify essential services, clarify authorized access and prioritize urgent technical measures with the mandate owners.
Possible outcome
The aim is a documented basis for action: which services are critical, who is authorized to act and which measures need decisions first?
Technically separate a business unit.
The starting point
A unit being separated shares identities, email, files and applications with its former group. Organizational boundaries are clearer than the technical ones.
A possible approach
A readiness workshop could map data and system dependencies, define necessary Day 1 operations and prepare transitional services and migration steps for agreement.
Possible outcome
The aim is traceable separation planning, named technical owners and review criteria for later takeover.
Four service models
The mandate follows your business stage.
A transaction review needs different results from urgent stabilization. We define the technical consulting mandate before starting and coordinate with your advisers.
01IT Due Diligence
Assess technology, operations and dependencies before a transaction.
02IT Stabilization
Prioritize critical services in restructuring and insolvency.
03Carve-out & PMI
Plan technical separation or integration with clear transitions.
04Executive Advisory
Advise business and IT leaders on strategic decisions.
Technical and strategic IT consulting. No legal, tax, insolvency or financial turnaround advice; no commitment to an operational interim CIO role.
A transparent approachFrom the first conversation
From the first conversation
to a controlled outcome.
Each phase informs the next decision. Scope, responsibilities and acceptance are agreed before implementation.
- 01
Clarify mandate & access
We define the trigger, client, goal and review depth. Confidentiality, authorization and available documents are clarified before access.
Possible deliverableAgreed review brief with access and confidentiality framework. - 02
Identify risks
Systems, data, identities and providers are connected to critical processes. Evidence remains distinguishable from unverified statements.
Possible deliverableTechnical inventory, dependency map and risk list. - 03
Prioritize continuity
We rank technical needs by operational impact and timing. Responsible staff assess and decide on next measures.
Possible deliverablePrioritized action plan with open decisions and responsibilities. - 04
Support the transition
Within the agreed scope, we support technical separation, integration or handover. Checkpoints and documented decisions make progress traceable.
Possible deliverableHandover concept, technical review results and documented outstanding items.
Your starting point
Confidential initial IT discussion
First describe the situation and decision needed without sending confidential transaction documents through the contact form. Together, we define a Transaction Risk Review, Continuity Assessment or Carve-out Readiness Workshop.
- Definition of the technical mandate, goal and decision date
- List of required documents, permissions and contacts
- Proposal for review approach, documentation and next steps
See the connectionsAnother perspective
Another perspective
can be worthwhile.
Questions before the first step
Useful questions. Clear answers.
What results are possible?
Depending on the mandate: technical inventory, IT risk list, dependency map and a prioritized action plan for the first 100 days.
What initial formats are available?
IT Transaction Risk Review, IT Business Continuity Assessment and Carve-out Readiness Workshop. Scope, prerequisites, documentation and effort are agreed separately.
Does NALVRA take on an operational interim CIO role?
Executive Advisory is a consulting service. An operational leadership role is not a standard component and would require separate assessment and agreement.
Can incomplete documents also be assessed?
Yes, provided use is authorized. Missing evidence is documented as a limitation. Unverified statements are not presented as confirmed system status; further review is prioritized accordingly.
How do you work with legal, financial and restructuring advisers?
NALVRA provides technical assessment and explains dependencies and required action. Legal foundations, financial turnaround decisions and transaction issues are assessed by the appointed experts. Responsibilities and approvals are defined in the mandate.
Your project. Our next conversation.
A good next step starts with clarity.
Describe your situation. We will discuss goals, technical prerequisites and a suitable starting point.