Contents: Preface. 1. Understanding the Meaning of the Simple Dual or Combo Word Named “Due Diligence” . 2. Why Do Due Diligence? 3. Who Needs Due Diligence? 4. Findings of Due Diligence. 5. Practicing Due Diligence. 6. Due Diligence Review and Result Reporting. 7. Sample Due Diligence Checklist. Subject Index. Diligence means carefulness or thoroughness in relation to any task and activity. Due diligence is necessary in any commercial transaction that may involve an asset acquisition, equity or stock purchase, joint-venture, amalgamation, licensing, takeover or merger. In fact it may be critical before signing any contract or agreement. The work has relevance for every corporate house, corporate law firm, business analysts and the like.