About Yuki

About Yuki

Yuki (雪) stands for "snow" in japanese. It encapsulates a wide range of ideas, from purity  to the impermanent nature of things. And how things are  deeply embedded in wider elements. 

- This is how we see our mission: provide purity and clarity in our due diligences.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Yuki.

What is Vendor Due Diligence (VDD)?

Vendor Due Diligence (VDD) is an independent technical and product audit carried out by the seller before an M&A transaction or fundraising to secure and enhance the value of the asset.

Why conduct VDD before a sale or fundraising round?

To identify and address risks (security, scalability, technical debt) upfront, increase transparency, speed up negotiations, and maximize the sale price.

What deliverables are included in a technical & product VDD?

Architecture and security report, code review and performance tests, roadmap for fixes and improvements, KPI analysis (uptime, error rate, test coverage).

How long does a VDD engagement typically take?

Generally 2 weeks thanks to Yuki approach for a full tech & product audit, depending on codebase size and functional complexity.

What is the average cost of a VDD?

Pricing varies by project size (and DD coverage. Usually it falls in a range of 10-50k€

What is the difference between VDD and financial due diligence?

Financial due diligence focuses on accounts, financial statements, and forecasts, while tech/product VDD examines code, architecture, security, and product roadmap.

How is a VDD engagement conducted remotely vs on-site?

Remote: secure access to repositories and video workshops. On-site: hands-on workshops, interviews, and faster immersion.

How do you measure VDD ROI?

By reducing time-to-close, increasing the deal valuation, and lowering post-deal remediation costs.

What are best practices for preparing for a VDD?

Maintain up-to-date documentation, regularly update security and tests, plan a clear kick-off for scope and schedule, and assign a dedicated technical contact.

The team

Marc de GIBON YUKI
Marc de GIBON

Founder & CEO

25 years of experiences in IT, software and related product

David Pistori Yuki
David Pistori

Founder & CTO

25 years of experience building and deploying software solutions

Jerome Clerico Yuki
Jérôme Clérico

Founder & CPO

25 years of experience building and deploying software solutions

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