Our company, an Independent Software Vendor (ISV), has developed and owns six proprietary software products developed as extension to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central . We are seeking an external, independent valuation expert to assess the fair market value of each software application for the purposes of financial reporting and to comply with audit and accounting standards (primarily under IFRS and IAS 38).
Objectives:
- Determine the fair market value of each of the six software products.
- Provide a defensible, audit-acceptable valuation report.
- Align valuation methodologies with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS/IAS 38).
- Assist in answering auditor questions, if required.
Deliverables:
- Valuation report for each software product
- Description of methodology and assumptions used
- Summary of market analysis and comparable transactions (if applicable)
- Certification or statement of independence
Valuation Methods May Include:
- Income Approach (e.g., DCF)
- Market Approach (e.g., comparable software sales/licensing deals)
- Cost Approach (e.g., development cost method)
Background Info to be Provided by Us:
- Product descriptions and use cases
- Development history and costs
- Revenue streams/licensing models
- Customer base and market segments
- Business plan and future outlook
Project Timeline:
we will evaluate the vendors
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven experience in software/IP valuation
- Understanding of IAS 38 / IFRS reporting
- Prior engagements for ISVs or SaaS companies
- Experience working with auditors and financial reporting teams