Virtual Data Rooms (VDRs) are software platforms that allow businesses to store and share sensitive data in a safe environment. It is used to perform due diligence during mergers and acquisitions, as well in financial transactions and litigation.
The VDR market is extremely dispersed with vendors offering a variety of features and costs. The top providers offer an easy-to-use interface and support staff who speak multiple languages. They also have extensive analytics functionality that gives behind-the-scenes information regarding how documents are accessed.
Some data rooms are specifically designed to cater to specific industries. For instance the life science industry requires documents that contain intellectual property and medical information to be stored and shared. Many providers provide built-in functionality to aid in these processes. For instance redaction (blacking portions of files that contain personally identifiable information) is a particular feature. The immovable property industry requires to communicate contracts to contractors to help with construction projects. Some vendors offer built-in functions to facilitate this, including the ability to instantly transfer blueprints and other important documents to subcontractors in a VDR.
Request a demo for free and then consider how easy it is to navigate. A VDR that is difficult to navigate will be not efficient, so be sure you test the features on the free account before making an investment. Also, think about the reliability and uptime of the VDR. A reliable VDR is one that is always accessible and available, with minimal interruptions.