What to Look for in a Virtual Data Room
Release time:2024-04-17
VDR software allows businesses to share sensitive business information with external parties like attorneys and compliance auditors. VDR software, unlike file sharing tools, is designed to protect sensitive business information and ensure that no one is able to alter or delete the content of shared documents. This makes VDR software ideal for M&A due-diligence as well as in any scenario where sensitive data needs to be shared with other parties, such as service providers, investors, or any other interested parties.
When evaluating a room online, look for these features:
Security: VDRs provide secure environments that can withstand malware and hacking. Find a service with ISO-compliant security including encryption and backups. A VDR should also allow users to define different access levels for different individuals and alter these privileges rapidly if moods change during negotiations.
Document Management: A good VDR will allow users to upload documents and organize them into meaningful categories, with search functions that identify exact or partial matches and identify specific folders. A VDR should also contain advanced functions like OCR, optical character recognition for PDFs as well as images and filters to limit results of searches.
Communication and Collaboration: Look for a VDR that includes built-in discussions and a chat feature which allows teams to work together, and messaging capabilities that break down communication gaps. A VDR must also have an API that allows it to be connected with other systems.