The need for IT due diligence for M&A decisions is more critical than ever in today’s fast-moving business environment. As technology becomes more integral to how businesses operate, companies need to ensure that their systems are secure and performing optimally to make a success of their merger or acquisition. This means that conducting a thorough assessment of technology architecture is critical to the process. The goal is to be absolutely positive that the target company’s IT systems are in order. That all the essential information is collected and taken into consideration before making any decisions. Furthermore, IT due diligence should also include an extensive search into potential security risks, risks of vendor lock-in, and scalability. Other issues, such as the road map to a smooth transition of IT systems during the integration process are a high priority.