Due Diligence Items can be defined as the investigations and processes which a business needs to complete to ensure that an acquisition, sale, loan or other activity is prudent and in line with its goals. This could include anything from researching potential buyers or sellers to conducting financial analysis on target companies. The goal of due diligence is always the same: to reduce risk and gain a full understanding of any agreement before signing it. It’s a crucial step in the decision-making process and one we should never take lightly. Doing your due diligence ensures you have all the information needed to make informed decisions that are in line with your business objectives.