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A virtual dataroom (VDR) allows businesses to share confidential documents in a secure digital environment. The most popular use for VDRs is during negotiations for deals and due diligence (the process that investors such as venture capitalists undertake to examine the startup’s expenses as well as estimated runway and funding needs before investing).
In a virtual dataroom sensitive documents can be uploaded safely into folders. They can then be shared with standard document names to make it easy for anyone to find the documents that they need. Permission settings can be modified to ensure that only authorized individuals are able view, print or save files. Administrators are also able to revoke access remotely at any time for security reasons.
VDRs aren’t just used to exchange sensitive information during deals, but also for managing and streamlining business processes. A VDR with round-the-clock customer support is vital because certain critical processes happen outside of regular office hours. Some providers offer live chat telephone or email support, while others provide remote assistance.
In the case of a large M&A deal, buyers will typically require access to a variety of documents as part of their due diligence. Utilizing a virtual data space lets buyers access the documents from any place, instead of having to go to the offices of the seller to review them. This is both time-saving and money for all participants in the transaction.
