AMC is often engaged to assist in the due diligence review of an acquisition target or prospective business partner. The focus of AMC’s efforts is to uncover information which might not otherwise be voluntarily disclosed. Through external sources AMC has developed a comprehensive profile of the target and its principals. Related entities are identified and relationships with key vendors and customers are investigated. This investigation is supplemented by a thorough evaluation of the target’s books and records to uncover instances of fraud or misrepresentation, not uncovered by traditional accounting methods. Frequently, a private company or its principals desire to hide negative information or results so as to make their operations or financial status more attractive to a corporate suitor or lending institution. AMC has a record of accomplishments in this area and that’s why AMC very often say “look before you leap”