Mergers software is a vast collection of digital tools and platforms that facilitate collaboration as well as data management, analysis and decision-making across all phases of M&A activity. This includes due diligence, valuation screen and deal sourcing, M&A modeling, post-merger integration management, and more. M&A solutions often incorporate features that allow teams to streamline workflows and automate their tasks, as well as support regulatory compliance, and to ensure the security of data and privacy by using encryption, access controls and other safeguards.

M&A models should be capable of importing a wide array of information from sources such as operational metrics, financial statements such as market research data and research such as regulatory information, and much more, all of which can then be used to create multi-dimensional models. They should be adaptable and scalable, so that they can meet the needs of a variety of users such as attorneys and processors. Quantrix, a powerful tool which offers a variety of modeling capabilities, from discounted cash flow analysis (DCF) to merger impact analysis and sensitive analysis is an excellent example.

Some vendors offer more than just the core M&A functionality. They also offer an array of tools and services such as virtual datarooms or research databases. For instance, Grata offers a database of public and private companies that can be searched by location, business, or industry, and each listing has verified contact information for executives. It does not publish pricing but will provide one save time and money with deal flow management software upon request. Additionally, SS&C Intralinks provides an end-to-end M&A platform, supported by a variety of tools, including DealRoom and Exploding Topics.