A professional software audit and due diligence is essential for any company looking to purchase a software business or acquire software through an acquisition or merger. It is important for you to understand how the software was built, any existing issues or problems, compatibility with existing systems, and the potential for future upgrades.
We offer a comprehensive code review and software audit as part of our software due diligence consulting service.
What Is Included In A Software Audit
A software audit will include a full inventory of the entire software solution, including the infrastructure it’s built upon, integrations with other software, and the history of updates and upgrades. We will also map out users, licenses, admins, connected devices, and portal access.
As part of our due diligence, we will verify your data and your users’ data. We’ll look for security and consistency in the data, as well as make a full, secure backup.
We will conduct a complete code audit by reviewing the source code for bugs, errors, technical debt, security, and the ability of the software to keep up with your business’ growth.
What We Do
Our Software Due Diligence Process
Our software due diligence is a project-based consulting service which includes the following:
- Project Scope: We conduct an initial briefing and discovery with you and your team to understand your business goals as well as the scope of the software you are acquiring.
- Data Verification: We analyze your data for consistency, accuracy, and security, as well as create a complete backup.
- Complete Audit: Our audit includes a full inventory and code analysis.
- Report: We provide you with a full, detailed report on our findings, including our recommendations for updates, improvements, bug fixes, etc.
- Summary: We provide a short, non-technical summary you can use to communicate our findings and recommendations to your team and others involved in the acquisition.
When To Do A Software Audit
The most common time to do a full software audit is during due diligence when purchasing an existing solution. Any business merger or acquisition is likely to include software. There are other times to consider a software audit, including:
- Compliance: Compliance can be regulatory or self-imposed, to ensure that your code and your licenses stay up-to-date.
- Internal Audits: A software audit is a key component of your regular technology (IT) and financial audits.
- Competitive Analysis: A software audit provides feedback on staying competitive with features, usage, feedback, and 3rd-party integrations.
Why Sol Minion Development?
For two decades, Sol Minion Development has created, updated, secured, and audited custom business software for clients like you. Our expertise covers all industries, including financial, healthcare, ecommerce, and more.
We focus on data security, cybersecurity, and the ability of the software to continue to be maintained and updated. We also understand how software evolves, with the need to add features and functionality.
When you work with Sol Minion Development, you’ll have the confidence to know that the software you plan to acquire will meet your company goals and keep your data safe.
All Services
Software Consulting
Planning & Strategy
All companies need a Technology Strategy. When customer data isn’t easily accessed, when your systems run from a number of decentralized software packages, and when your team still works these systems manually, it’s time for a plan to ensure your software solves these issues and keeps up with your business growth. And we can help.
Custom Software
Architecture & Implementation
Your business has outgrown its software. Or maybe you’re still wasting time with spreadsheets and need a better solution. We design security-focused custom software solutions that match your business needs. That means your business will continue to grow your way, not as dictated by some off-the-shelf software.
Healthcare Software Development
Records & Compliance
Many healthcare practices don't move forward with the right software solution out of fear that the technology will be difficult to use or too complicated. Our solutions will be simple, intuitive, and do most of the work in the background.
Custom Ecommerce Software
Online Retail & Digital Services
Whether you’re looking to start selling online or expanding your existing business, we use Ecommerce Software to link your sales portals to other systems so you spend less time managing your business and more time doing what you love.
Software Product Discovery
Digital Products & Services
Launch that new digital product with our Product Discovery and Development consulting services. From idea generation to ongoing updates, we’ve got you covered and can save your team the headaches of missing the target when creating a great product.
Software Auditing
Compliance & Due Diligence
Reduce your risk with a complete software audit as part of your due diligence in acquiring software as part of a merger or acquisition.
Software Maintenance
Support & Updates
If your software needs updates, bug fixes, or added features, we work to perform continued Software Maintenance and upgrades on your existing software. Even if we weren’t the original developers, we can often help your software grow with your business.
Cybersecurity Consulting Services
Assessments & Strategy
We help companies like yours protect against cybersecurity threats, including malware, ransomware, data breaches, and more. We work with you and your team to help assess threats and develop your company’s cybersecurity strategy and incident response plan. Ensure your hardware, software, and personnel work together to protect your systems and information from cyber attacks.