Buy side and value creation expertise
Patching brings insight from years of experience building companies and operating inside a PE fund
Private Equity Experience
- We understand investment committees, the IC process and how investors think.
- We understand how investors approach value creation and securing fund returns.
Cybersecurity Expertise
- We have built fund portfolio governance programmes so we understand expectations.
- We have built companies from scratch so we understand the challenges and trade-offs.
The assessment app
Our streamlined web app quickly identifies critical value gaps to ensure you maximise your exit value.
Management survey
Our plain-English web survey identifies value gaps while conducting automated open-source research based on your answers.
Read only system checks
The app provides the option to grant read-only access to verify technical configurations without compromising sensitive data.
Report and Review
Get a detailed gap analysis report followed by a strategic review with our team of PE, VC and startup experts.
Topics covered
The app comprehensively covers all the main diligence areas buyers are interested in.
Commercial
Financial
Tech & Cyber
People & Org
Legal
Analyzing market positioning, customer concentration, and sales pipeline efficiency to maximize value.
Reviewing historical performance, revenue quality, and working capital requirements for audit accuracy.
Evaluating technical architecture, security protocols, and infrastructure scalability for buyer readiness.
Assessing leadership strength, organizational culture, and talent retention strategies for enterprise growth.
Auditing corporate governance, intellectual property rights, and regulatory adherence for risk mitigation.
Guidance and execution included
We don't want you to just see a list of things that need fixing, we want to help you with the advice and guidance to fix issues yourself, or lean in where technical expertise is required.
Every assessment comes with consulting hours included, and you can always buy more if you need to.
Pricing
One clear price for a full-picture value assessment.
Self-Assessment Survey
£1,500 + VAT
One-off fee for a comprehensive value gap assessment.
- Online self-assessment survey covering all due diligence topics.
- Optional read-only system verification checks using your existing tools
- Clear, plain‑English gap analysis you can share with your management and advisors.
Ideal for business owners thinking of an exit who want fast, structured insight without a full consulting engagement.