Unlike physical rooms and traditional document management tools, VDRs offer more secure file storage that doesn’t require expensive infrastructure. They allow for scalability to unlimited users, from anywhere, at any time access from desktops and mobile devices. They also have tough security features, such as watermarking, permissions for users and remote access retrieval. In addition, they facilitate efficient collaboration, which speeds up deal-making and reduces costs.
Mergers and acquisitions usually involve reviewing large amounts of documentation within a limited period of time. This requires a thorough due diligence by multiple parties which can be a daunting task without the appropriate tools. A VDR allows companies to share confidential documents safely in a controlled environment, which reduces the risk and allows everyone to have access to the information they need.
Investment banks utilize VDRs to raise capital, conduct IPOs and conduct M&A. They must be able to access and transfer confidential documents quickly in a secure and safe environment to ensure due diligence and present to potential investors. They also require an intuitive, multi-language user interface that can be used by both internal and external stakeholders and flexible pricing models, including per-page and per-storage.
Legal firms and law offices are another category of businesses that depend on a VDR to share documents with clients. They generally require a secure VDR that provides strict control over the access to sensitive information, easy search functionality, and a simple document approval process. In addition, they want to save time with e-signature capabilities that eliminate the need for face-to-face meetings, and speed up real estate transactions.