How do venture capitalists study a company?

When the research company finds the expected company, the venture capitalist will do a simple industry research first. Professional venture capitalists are generally experts in their investment fields and have rich investment experience or professional background. However, they will be unfamiliar with some sub-sectors or new fields, so they will always hold the attitude of learning and exploring in their research. If you leave the company with the image of an arbitrageur, what is waiting for you may be just a bluff. The following is the standardized process of the company's research:

1. 1. Data collection and analysis, and establishment of basic databases of companies and industries.

(Channels: Internet, public information of research institutions, professional journals in the industry) 2.

Visit professionals in related industries (including trade associations, research institutes, third-party research institutions and insiders) to deepen their understanding of the characteristics and current situation of the industry. 3.

Draw up a survey outline. 4.

Contact the company under investigation through various channels (introduction by insiders, assistance from third-party organizations and assistance from partners) to create a friendly investigation environment. 5.

Provide a basic introduction of the company according to the needs of the other party.

Second, 1 investigation to be done.

In the process of investigation, we advocate: win the recognition of the respondents in a sincere way, with a peaceful and modest attitude and with the performance of professionals-we are here to seek truth and seek cooperation and development. 2.

Pass business cards to each other and introduce yourself. 3.

Communicate as fully as possible, listen patiently and ask enlightening questions. 4.

Record the whole process without disturbing each other. 5.

Keep the company's video materials (including but not limited to people and things) after obtaining the permission of the other party. 6.

Visit the company's core business departments on the spot. 7.

Communication objects include but are not limited to: chairman; General manager; Responsible for finance, R&D, production and sales; And other people who have a great influence on the development of the company.

Iii. 1 What to do after the investigation.

Arrange recording: original recording,

And use the specified format for errata, comments and short comments. 2.

Make a survey summary according to the specified format. 3.

Make an in-depth investigation report after full investigation. 4.

Summary of the investigation process.