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In the past, companies would store all documents they needed to share with another party in a physical room in which they could conduct their due diligence. However, with more advanced technology and faster Internet speeds, it’s now possible to transfer files much quicker by through virtual data rooms. The documents can be accessed at the same time by multiple parties which makes it much easier to conduct research.

This type of online data room is the perfect platform to store an organization’s sensitive data. This could include financial information, client data, legal and taxes details, intellectual properties and more. The files are stored securely and stored in a variety of locations to ensure that they can easily recovered in the case of an unexpected catastrophe like a fire or natural disaster.

It is important to know the kind of documents you’ll upload before you create an online room. This will allow you to categorize them in a manner that makes it simple for due diligence partners to find what they’re seeking. For example having a folder for each subject can be a good method to organize the documentation. It is possible to create subfolders within these top-tier folders in order to further break down the topic.

In addition, most VDR vendors offer the ability to provide detailed reports on how the documentation in the data room is working. This can be useful in ensuring that documentation is used in a way that is consistent with expectations and can help improve internal processes.