TRI Pricing: Signal-Based Technical Due Diligence
Technical Risk Intelligence™ (TRI): 420+ quantified signals scored 0-5. Portfolio-comparable. Observable evidence, not opinion.
70% cost reduction vs. boutique firms. <2 weeks delivery. Pre-LOI ready. Diligence that becomes your operating agenda.
Three TRI Engagement Models
Start with a rapid scan, scale to full TRI assessment, or monitor your entire portfolio. All engagements use the same signal-based methodology (420+ signals, 52 dimensions, 0-5 scoring) and include 6 stakeholder views.
Rapid Scan
Evidence-based snapshot across 1 domain's systems, processes, and behaviors. Ideal for pre-LOI screening, competitive bids or focused risk evaluation.
What You Get
- Choose 1 domain: AI & Data Readiness (recommended for PE), Engineering Health, Technology Operations, or Cybersecurity
- 93-113 signals measured across systems + processes + behaviors (domain-dependent)
- 3-layer evidence collection: what exists, how work should run, how work actually runs
- IC-ready outputs: Deal partner 2-pager, IC presentation, risk heat map with kill switches
- Behavioral evidence: decision velocity, escalation patterns, culture under pressure
- Cohort benchmarked: industry + stage percentile ranking
- 5-7 day delivery (from engagement start)
Best For
- Pre-LOI screening (preserves abandonment option)
- Competitive process with tight timelines
- AI/data-heavy targets (AI Rapid Scan most valuable)
- Focused risk assessment (single concern area)
Full TRI Assessment
Complete 3-layer assessment across all 4 domains. IC scorecard + execution agenda. 420 signals measured across systems + processes + behaviors.
What You Get
- All 4 domains assessed: AI & Data Readiness (113 signals), Engineering Health (93), Technology Operations (108), Cybersecurity (108)
- 420 total signals measured across 3 evidence layers (systems, processes, behaviors)
- Behavioral evidence collection: decision velocity, escalation patterns, truth-telling culture, accountability under pressure, scored, not noted
- 6 stakeholder views: Deal partner 2-pager, Operating partner deep dive, IC presentation, Management heat map, Board dashboard, Post-close 100-day plan
- IC scorecard: Risk index, top 5 drivers, deal impact translation, not 80-page narrative
- Execution agenda: Fix-first plan with 30/60/90 priorities, ownership, success metrics
- Portfolio-grade format: comparable across deals, trackable post-close
- Integration cost prediction (±15% accuracy vs. industry 200-300% variance)
- Technical debt quantification ($M liability + timeline)
- CTO network access (500+ US-based CTOs for post-close execution)
- <2 week delivery (from engagement start)
Best For
- Platform acquisitions ($50M+ enterprise value)
- Complex technical environments with integration planning
- Pre-LOI comprehensive assessment
- High technical risk profiles requiring full visibility
- Diligence that becomes post-close operating agenda
Portfolio Monitoring
Track same 420 signals post-close. Compare across portfolio. Diligence becomes a continuous operating view, not one-off consulting.
What You Get
- Quarterly signal refresh: re-run same 420 signals to track progress on fix-first plan, catch drift early
- Portfolio-grade comparison: rank holdings by technical risk index, behavioral evidence, execution progress
- Early warning system: detect CTO failure risk, tech debt accumulation, AI project drift, security culture erosion
- Optimization recommendations: security spend reduction (15-35%), AI ROI validation, tech debt prioritization
- Behavioral evidence tracking: decision velocity, escalation effectiveness, accountability trends, measurable operating health
- LP reporting dashboards: quantitative, portfolio-wide technical health metrics
- CTO network deployment: 500+ US-based CTOs for remediation, fractional leadership, interim placements
- Exit readiness: documentation + technical due diligence prep for buyer due diligence
Best For
- PE firms with 10+ tech-enabled portfolio companies
- Technical governance as value creation discipline
- Tracking post-close execution on fix-first plans
- Portfolio-wide risk management and optimization
- LP reporting enhancement with quantitative metrics
Why Our Pricing Is Different
Significant cost reduction vs. traditional firms isn't about cutting corners, it's about normalization. When you use the same 420-signal framework every time, evidence collection becomes efficient, benchmarking becomes instant, and delivery becomes predictable.
Same Framework = Efficiency
Traditional firms figure out the assessment framework during each engagement, which increases time and cost significantly. Signalomix has already built it: 420 signals, 52 dimensions, 3 evidence layers. We know exactly what to measure.
Portfolio-Grade = Reusable
Because we use the same framework every time, your diligence outputs are comparable across deals and trackable post-close. Not one-off consulting, a repeatable operating system.
Behavioral Evidence = Predictive
We score human operating risk (decision velocity, escalation patterns, truth-telling culture) alongside technical signals. Traditional firms note these as "soft concerns", we quantify them, so you manage them.
How We Compare to Traditional Firms
| Big 4 Firms | Boutique DD Firms | Signalomix | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid Screen | Available selectively; usually not productized for speed/cost | Available at some firms; varies by provider | $12K–$15K | 5–7 days |
| Full Assessment | Premium-priced; 3-5x more expensive | Typically 2-4x more than Signalomix | $45K–$65K | <2 weeks |
| Measurement Model | Structured expert assessment; quantified frameworks rarely disclosed publicly | Some use proprietary indicators/benchmarks | 420+ quantified signals |
| Pre-LOI Fit | Possible, but not always optimized for pre-LOI screening | Some support pre-exclusivity work | Designed for pre-LOI |
| AI & Data | Increasingly covered, but depth varies | Available, sometimes inconsistently scoped | 113 signals included |
| Outputs | Traditional advisory reporting | More concise, sometimes scorecard-based | 6 stakeholder-specific views |
| Post-Close | Available, often as separate work | Usually optional / separate | Quarterly monitoring included |
Significant Cost Reduction. 3-4x Faster Delivery.
Traditional firms typically charge 2-5x more because they rely on manual interviews and qualitative analysis. Signalomix uses signal-based frameworks that measure 420+ data points in <2 weeks for $45K–$65K.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Signalomix more cost-efficient than traditional firms?
Traditional firms typically charge 3x to 5x more because they use labor-intensive qualitative methods (interviews, workshops, document reviews). Signalomix leverages signal-based frameworks that quantify 420+ technical indicators efficiently. We focus on prediction (what will happen) rather than inventory (what exists), reducing scope while increasing insight. Same 420-signal framework every time means efficient evidence collection and instant benchmarking.
Can you really deliver comprehensive assessment in <2 weeks?
Yes. Our TRI methodology measures 420 pre-defined signals across 52 dimensions in 4 domains. We know exactly what to measure, how to weight it, and how to benchmark it. Traditional firms often take longer because they're figuring out the assessment framework during the engagement. We've already built it.
What if we only need AI & Data assessment?
Choose the Rapid Scan ($12K–$15K, 5-7 days). We'll assess 113 signals across 16 dimensions in the AI & Data Readiness domain. This is the most important domain for PE firms and addresses data quality, governance, infrastructure, ML capability maturity, decision velocity, escalation patterns, and accountability under pressure.
Do we need Full TRI or is Rapid Scan sufficient?
Rapid Scan if: Competitive bid with tight timeline, focused concern (AI/data risk), pre-LOI screening, smaller deal (<$50M EV).
Full TRI ($45K–$65K) if: Platform acquisition, complex tech environment, high technical risk, integration planning needed, comprehensive view across all 4 domains (AI & Data, Engineering, Technology Operations, Cybersecurity).
What's included in the 6 stakeholder views?
(1) Deal Partner 2-pager: Kill switches + deal implications. (2) Operating Partner Deep Dive: Technical detail + remediation roadmap. (3) IC Presentation: Investment thesis translation. (4) Management Heat Map: Performance by domain. (5) Board Dashboard: Quarterly monitoring metrics. (6) Post-Close 100-Day Plan: Fix-first agenda with 30/60/90 priorities, ownership, and success metrics.
Is Portfolio Monitoring worth the investment?
Yes if you manage 10+ tech-enabled companies. Portfolio Monitoring provides continuous visibility across your holdings using the same 420 signals. Early detection of CTO failure risk, tech debt accumulation, AI project drift, and security culture erosion. Optimization recommendations (security spend reduction, AI ROI validation). Behavioral evidence tracking (decision velocity, accountability trends).
Can we engage you pre-LOI without target knowing?
Yes. Rapid Scan and Full TRI are designed for limited-access environments. We use publicly available data, vendor intelligence, technology footprint analysis, and comparable company signals when direct management access isn't available. Post-LOI, we layer in interviews and system access for validation.
What happens if assessment reveals deal-killing risk?
That's the point. Better to discover in 5-7 days for $12K–$15K than 18 months post-close through value destruction. Pre-LOI assessment preserves your abandonment option when it's cheapest to exercise. We've helped clients walk away from deals that would have destroyed value and negotiate better terms for deals with remediable technical debt.
Do you provide CTO/CIO candidates for remediation?
Yes. Our 500-person CTO network includes interim CTOs, fractional CIOs, and VPs of Engineering for post-close remediation, integration projects, or capability gaps. When TRI assessment identifies leadership shortfall, we deploy vetted executives within 2-3 weeks.
How do we get started?
Use the contact form to schedule a discovery call. Typical onboarding: (1) 30-min kickoff call to align on deal thesis and concerns. (2) Engagement letter + data request. (3) Start assessment within 48 hours. (4) Delivery in 5-7 days (Rapid Scan) or <2 weeks (Full TRI Assessment).