Microsoft Innovation Podcast

Revolutionizing M&A with Power BI and Real-Time Data


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Imagine navigating a multi-million-pound business acquisition without flipping through a 700-page PDF. In this episode, Ian Fishwick, a veteran of 43 tech M&As, and Sam Godfrey, Director at Evolution Capital, reveal how they’re transforming the financial due diligence process using Microsoft Power BI. From real-time insights to interactive dashboards, they share how data visualization and automation are reshaping how deals are evaluated, negotiated, and closed. Whether you're buying, selling, or advising, this conversation offers a masterclass in using technology to make smarter, faster decisions.

🔑KEY TAKEAWAYS
Power BI is replacing static PDFs in M&A: Interactive dashboards allow buyers to ask real-time questions of the data, eliminating the need to sift through hundreds of pages. 
Granular transaction-level analysis: By mapping raw financial data directly into custom charts of accounts, buyers gain a clearer, unbiased view of a target company’s performance. 
Speed and efficiency gains: API integrations and automated updates mean due diligence can be completed in weeks, not months—crucial for both buyers and sellers.
Trust through transparency: Sellers who provide access to raw data build credibility, while buyers gain confidence in the integrity of the deal.
Portfolio-level decision-making: Serial acquirers can now overlay multiple acquisition targets onto their own financials to assess strategic fit and impact. 

🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED
👉 Microsoft Power BIhttps://powerbi.microsoft.com/
👉Power Query & Power Pivot – Built-in tools within Excel and Power BI for data transformation and modeling.
👉 Evolution Capitalhttps://www.evolutioncapital.com/ 

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