A startup can use virtual dataroom (VDR) to accelerate the fundraising process. This is accomplished by providing the documents potential investors require. This could include detailed financial records, IP ownership documentation and detailed revenue projections. This information, along with a pitch deck can help prospective investors determine whether or not they should invest in a company.
It’s important to remember that regardless of the ease of access provided by VDRs, even with the ease of access provided by VDR due diligence should not be done in a hurry. Founders should make the effort to label and categorize files and folders. They should also use consistent metadata and name conventions when uploading. They should also make sure to group related documents for each project or deal that allows users to swiftly find the information they need. It is also essential to limit the amount of information that is accessible and to maintain the data room on a regular basis to reflect any changes or new documents. Financial statements or contracts that are not up-to-date or outdated may be confusing to prospective investors and partners.
Finally, founders should avoid sharing metrics that are not relevant when creating a presentation for their VDR. For instance when sharing engagement or retention information, it’s important to provide the entire number of metrics, not just a subset of the most promising users. This can detract from the message that you are trying to convey and could indicate that you don’t have a complete understanding of your data. Instead, you should share the information that is most important to your audience. This will keep your viewers interested and help them better launch a data room understand your results and the implications.
