Kickdrum Insights
For more than a decade, Kickdrum has worked with tech investors and executives to assess, accelerate, and assure enterprise value. Follow as we share our insights and news.
Why Cloud Optimization Is a Leadership Challenge, Not Just a Technical One
Cloud cost savings come from alignment, not just discounts. Learn why optimization is as much a leadership challenge as it is a technical one.
Cloud Strategy in the First 100 Days: Why Early Decisions Define Long-term Value
In M&A, cloud strategy in the first 100 days sets the tone for value creation. Learn why early AWS, cost, and modernization decisions matter for portfolio companies.
Fewer Deals, More Pressure: How Private Equity is Raising the Bar on Diligence
In today’s M&A market, fewer deals and more pressure mean deeper diligence. See how PE firms use technical diligence to protect value and plan earlier.
Beyond Diligence: Why Post-Close Execution Makes or Breaks Value Creation
Diligence identifies risk, but execution creates value. Learn how PE firms and portcos can manage post-close risks in software, engineering, and GTM.