Kickdrum Insights
For more than a decade, Kickdrum has worked with tech investors and executives to assess, accelerate, and assure enterprise value. Follow as we share our insights and news.
Why Cloud Optimization Is a Leadership Challenge, Not Just a Technical One
Cloud cost savings come from alignment, not just discounts. Learn why optimization is as much a leadership challenge as it is a technical one.
Why Stable Architecture Is the Prerequisite for Acceleration
Acceleration only works when foundations are stable. Learn how architecture, cloud strategy, and process discipline unlock growth in software companies.
Cloud Strategy in the First 100 Days: Why Early Decisions Define Long-term Value
In M&A, cloud strategy in the first 100 days sets the tone for value creation. Learn why early AWS, cost, and modernization decisions matter for portfolio companies.
From Report to Roadmap: The Next Evolution of Technical Diligence
Diligence is evolving. Learn how PE firms are moving beyond checklists to use technical diligence as a blueprint for post-close growth strategy.
Why Technical Debt Should Be on Every M&A Diligence Checklist
Hidden technical debt can erode value in software acquisitions. Learn how technical due diligence protects PE firms and portcos from post-close risks.
Fewer Deals, More Pressure: How Private Equity is Raising the Bar on Diligence
In today’s M&A market, fewer deals and more pressure mean deeper diligence. See how PE firms use technical diligence to protect value and plan earlier.
Beyond Diligence: Why Post-Close Execution Makes or Breaks Value Creation
Diligence identifies risk, but execution creates value. Learn how PE firms and portcos can manage post-close risks in software, engineering, and GTM.
Kickdrum Supports Breakwall Equity’s Investment in Haystack
Kickdrum supported Breakwall Equity’s investment in Haystack with product, technology, and team diligence, turning insights into conviction.