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Affinity for Venture Capital from Affinity

Automated data entry, relationship intelligence tracking, deal pipeline management, team collaboration tools, advanced analytics, automatic network mapping, and integrations with email, calendar and other business tools.

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(7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

User Experience & Accessibility
(5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)

Security & Compliance
(7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Analytics & Reporting
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Platform Coverage & Ecosystem
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Pricing, Billing, & Support
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Architecture Evaluation
(0 Yes /0 Known /11 Possible features)

Security Assessment
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Customizable Pipeline Stages Ability to define and adjust stages in the deal flow process according to internal workflows.		Affinity allows defining and adjusting pipeline stages to match unique workflows per team. See: https://www.affinity.co/deal-flow-crm
Drag-and-Drop Interface Visual interface for moving deals between stages easily.		Affinity UI supports drag-and-drop pipeline stages. Frequently cited in product descriptions and product demos.
Bulk Deal Updates Update status or properties of multiple deals at once.		The product supports bulk editing of deals on grid view and pipeline boards. Affinity support documentation confirms this.
Stage Metrics Display statistics such as number of deals per stage.		No information available
Time-in-Stage Tracking Automatically track how long deals remain in each pipeline stage.		No information available
Automatic Stage Advancement Automate transitions between pipeline stages based on predefined triggers.		No information available
Pipeline Filtering and Segmentation Filter or segment pipeline views by lead source, team member, or deal attributes.		Pipeline filtering and segmentation are supported according to Affinity documentation for views and saved filters.
Multiple Pipelines Support Support for tracking different deal processes or funds by maintaining separate pipelines.		Multiple pipelines can be tracked in Affinity, serving different funds, teams, or processes.
Custom Tags/Categories Apply custom tags or categories to deals for improved organization.		Users can apply custom tags or categories to deals, contacts, and companies for organization and filtering.
Pipeline Activity Timeline Display chronological log of all activity, communications, and updates on a deal.		The system shows a timeline of all activity and communications for each deal and company.
Pipeline Analytics Generate reports and insights on pipeline performance and conversion rates.		Affinity provides customizable reporting and analytics on pipelines, including conversion and performance.
Deal Scoring and Prioritization Assign numerical scores or rankings to deals to assist with prioritization.		Affinity supports deal scoring/prioritization using custom fields and relationships scoring.
Historical Pipeline Data View, export, and analyze past pipeline information.		Historical pipeline data can be analyzed via reporting and exports.
Pipeline Exporting Export pipeline data in various formats (CSV, PDF, XLSX, etc.)		Export functionality (CSV, XLSX) is available for pipeline data.
Custom Views Ability to save and share specific pipeline filters or layouts as views.		Custom views and saved layouts are supported to match user preferences.

Custom Fields Create and tailor fields to store varied types of deal information.		Custom fields can be added to deals, companies, and people in Affinity.
Automated Data Ingestion Ingest data from email, web forms, or third-party sources automatically.		Automated data ingestion is a primary feature: emails and calendars can be synced for automatic deal/contact creation (see 'automated data entry' in product description).
Document Storage Upload and manage files related to each deal in a centralized document repository.		File/document storage is supported per deal and company record.
Contact Management Manage all stakeholder contacts, including founders, co-investors, and advisors.		Contact management is one of Affinity's core modules (lists of people, companies, relationships).
Linked Company Profile Enrichment Automatically supplement company profiles using external databases (LinkedIn, Crunchbase, PitchBook, etc.).		Profile enrichment is supported via integrations with LinkedIn and Crunchbase (see integrations in product website).
Duplicate Detection Flag or merge duplicate deal entries automatically.		Duplicate detection and merging for contacts and deals is available (as described in Affinity knowledge base).
Data Validation Rules Configure validation protocols to ensure accuracy and completeness of data entry.		Admins can set data validation rules for custom fields (see custom field management in Affinity help center).
Historical Data Tracking Keep records of changes made to deal fields over time.		Historical data tracking, via audit log of changes on fields, is present on deal, company, and people records.
Source Attribution Record and display how each deal or contact entered the system (referral, inbound, event, etc.).		Deals can be sourced and tagged by entry type: referral, inbound email, event, etc.
API Access for Data Import/Export Enable integration with other systems to move data in and out programmatically.		Affinity provides API access for programmatic data import/export (public API docs at https://api-docs.affinity.co/).
Smart Data Extraction Extract structured data from pitch decks, emails, or forms using OCR/NLP.		No information available
Attachment Version Control Maintain version history of uploaded documents.		Attachment version history is tracked on records.
Searchable Database Full-text and fielded search across deals, contacts, and documents.		Affinity offers robust, full-text search across deals, contacts, documents, and emails.
Customizable Data Templates Preset templates for common deal types or verticals.		Customizable data templates are supported via custom lists and saved views.
Linked Entities Link companies, contacts, investors, and other related entities for easier navigation.		Entities (companies, people, deals) can be linked for navigation and context.

Deal Notes & Comments Add threaded notes, comments, and feedback for each deal record.		Threaded notes and comments can be added to deals and company records.
Email Integration Sync inbound/outbound emails directly to deal records.		Affinity syncs both inbound and outbound emails to relevant deals/contacts through mailbox integration.
Activity Assignment Assign tasks, reminders, or approvals to team members.		Task assignment is supported through activities and reminders assignable to users.
Role-Based Permissions Set permissions for who can view, edit, or comment on deals.		Role-based access and view/edit permissions are configurable for different user roles in Affinity.
Real-time Notifications Alert team members of comments, updates, or changes as they happen.		Users can receive real-time notifications for comments, changes, and newly assigned tasks.
Calendar Integration Sync events, calls, and meetings with internal or external calendars.		Affinity supports calendar integration (Google Calendar, Outlook) for syncing events and meetings.
Task Management Create, assign, and track tasks linked to deals or contacts.		Task management is supported through activities linked to deals, contacts, and companies.
Workflow Automation Automate repetitive tasks or approval flows based on trigger events.		No information available
@Mentions Tag specific colleagues for their input or action on a record.		Users can @mention specific colleagues in notes and comments.
Custom Approval Processes Design approval steps for investments or deal progression.		No information available
Discussion Threads Dedicated discussion space per deal to consolidate internal conversations.		Each deal record offers a discussion thread to consolidate team feedback.
Read/Unread Indicators Show which team members have read or acknowledged updates.		No information available
Collaborative Scoring Multiple team members can assign scores with automatic aggregation.		Team members can provide scores that are aggregated for collaborative deal scoring.
Version Control on Comments/Tasks Track changes, deletions, or edits in comments and task lists.		No information available
Calendar View of Activities See a visual calendar display of all upcoming tasks, meetings, and deadlines.		Visual calendar view of deal-related activities and tasks is supported.

Web Forms Customizable online forms for direct submission by founders or scouts.		No information available
Email Parsing Extract deal information directly from incoming emails.		No information available
Referral Tracking Log and attribute deals to specific referrers or partners.		No information available
Event Integration Capture deals from event attendee lists or digital badge scans.		No information available
Deal Import from Spreadsheets Bulk import of deals via CSV, XLSX, or Google Sheets.		No information available
Third-Party Platform Integration Direct integration with platforms like AngelList or Crunchbase to pull deal flow.		No information available
Automated Lead Routing Assign new inbound deals to pipeline owners or industry specialists automatically.		No information available
Inbound API Receive deal submissions from custom applications via secure API.		No information available
Spam Filtering & Validation Detect and filter out irrelevant or spammy deal entries.		No information available
Multilingual Support Ability to capture and handle deal data in multiple languages.		No information available
Lead Source Analytics Track which sourcing channels are most productive.		No information available
Custom Intake Workflows Trigger follow-ups or questionnaire tasks after deal capture.		No information available
Automated Notifications on New Deals Alert team on new deal entries through email, SMS, or in-app notifications.		No information available
Duplicate Entry Prevention on Inbound Auto-detect if deal already exists before adding to system.		No information available
Data Mapping for Intake Automatically match incoming fields to system fields.		No information available

Custom Evaluation Criteria Define and weight criteria for investment alignment and fit.		No information available
Scoring Algorithms Automatic calculation of composite or custom scores of deals.		No information available
Collaborative Ratings Multiple reviewers score deals with aggregated output.		No information available
Side-by-Side Deal Comparison Compare deals across customizable fields or past benchmarks.		No information available
Automated Screening Rules Rules to auto-screen or reject deals that do not fit basic criteria.		No information available
Checklists for Diligence Customizable diligence checklists per deal or sector.		No information available
Notes on Evaluation Rounds Log rationale and comments from each evaluation stage.		No information available
Red Flag Indicators Tag or flag risky deals based on input data or automated checks.		No information available
Visual Scoring Dashboards Graphical display of scores, status, and feedback at a glance.		No information available
Automated Follow-Up Assignments Assign next steps based on evaluation outcome.		No information available
Reviewer Anonymity Options Allow blind or anonymous scoring when desired.		No information available
Goal/Theme Fit Analysis Automatically assess alignment to fund investment themes.		No information available
Custom Forms/Surveys Build and deploy custom surveys for further screening.		No information available
Multi-round Evaluation Support Handle multiple, structured rounds of deal screening.		No information available
Historical Review Analytics Analyze outcomes of past evaluation criteria and scoring.		No information available

CRM Integration Synchronize data with major customer relationship management systems.		No information available
Calendar & Email Sync Bidirectional sync with Google/MS Outlook calendars and mailboxes.		No information available
Open API Fully documented API for custom integrations.		No information available
Webhook Support Trigger external actions or notifications based on system events.		No information available
Single Sign-On (SSO) Integration with identity providers for authentication and access.		No information available
Data Export APIs Programmatic export of deals, contacts, and pipeline data.		No information available
Third-Party Data Enrichment Integrations with external databases for automated profile enrichment.		No information available
Slack/Messaging Platform Integration Push updates, notifications, and tasks to Slack or similar tools.		No information available
ERP/Accounting System Integration Sync select financial data with ERP or accounting solutions.		No information available
Custom Webhooks Enable triggering of user-defined URLs on key events.		No information available
Data Import Connectors Integrate with diverse external data sources and import formats.		No information available
Zapier/Automation Platform Support Trigger actions across hundreds of apps using platforms like Zapier.		No information available
Customizable Integration Workflows Create tailored workflows combining multiple integrations.		No information available
Real-Time Sync Data updated instantly across integrated platforms.		No information available
Integration Health Monitoring Monitor and report on integration connection and sync issues.		No information available

Customizable Dashboards Build and share dashboards with key metrics.		No information available
Advanced Filtering Dynamic filtering on properties, tags, source, teams, and more for reports.		No information available
Funnel and Conversion Analytics Visualization of deal conversion and drop-off rates through pipeline.		No information available
Deal Velocity Tracking Measure speed of deals moving through pipeline.		No information available
Deal Stage Duration Evaluate how long deals spend in each stage.		No information available
Team Performance Reports Metrics on sourcing, evaluation, and conversion attributed to team members.		No information available
Custom Report Builder Flexible builder for ad hoc reports on any data captured.		No information available
Scheduled Reports Automate email delivery of key reports to stakeholders.		No information available
Exportable Analytics Export charts and data tables in PDF, CSV, or XLSX.		No information available
Historical Trend Analysis View changes in pipeline or key metrics over configurable timeframes.		No information available
Benchmarking Tools Evaluate current pipeline/metrics against internal or industry benchmarks.		No information available
Attribution Reports Identify top referral sources, scouts, or events for deals.		No information available
Portfolio Tracking Integration Connect to portfolio data for post-investment analytics.		No information available
Diversity & Inclusion Metrics Track and analyze deals by demographic or geographic attributes.		No information available
User Activity Analytics Measure system utilization and engagement by user.		No information available

Granular Access Controls Fine-grained permissions to restrict access by role, deal, or field.		No information available
Audit Trails Automatic logging of all key actions for compliance and oversight.		No information available
Encryption At-Rest and In-Transit Data is encrypted both when stored and while transferred.		No information available
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Additional layer of authentication security for users.		No information available
Data Residency Options Ability to select where data is stored geographically.		No information available
SOC 2, GDPR, and CCPA Compliance Adherence to major security and privacy frameworks.		No information available
External Penetration Testing Regularly conducted third-party security audits.		No information available
Custom Field-Level Privacy Hide sensitive fields from broader access.		No information available
Data Deletion/Retention Policies Automate retention or deletion of deals after set period or on request.		No information available
User Session Timeout Automatic logout after period of inactivity.		No information available
Secure File Storage Files are stored with encryption and access traceability.		No information available
IP Whitelisting Restrict access to certain IP addresses only.		No information available
Single Sign-On (SSO) Enforcement Require login via approved identity provider.		No information available
Automatic Backups Regular backup of all system data to prevent loss.		No information available
GDPR Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) Support Tooling for responding to data access or deletion requests.		No information available

Custom Branding Customize colors, logos, and UI branding company-wide.		No information available
Configurable Dashboards Users can select widgets, metrics, and layout.		No information available
Inline Editing Edit deal, contact, or company info directly in viewing panels.		No information available
Mobile Application Usable native mobile apps for iOS/Android.		No information available
Accessibility Compliance (WCAG) Meets accessibility standards for impaired users.		No information available
Dark/Light Theme Options Switch between visual presentation modes.		No information available
Keyboard Navigation Support Full support for keyboard-driven operation.		No information available
Configurable Navigation Menus Customize menu hierarchy and bookmarks.		No information available
Fuzzy Search Smart search with autocomplete and typo-tolerance.		No information available
Help and Guided Tours Built-in onboarding, tips, and walkthroughs.		No information available
Language Localization Support for using the app in multiple languages.		No information available
User Preference Profiles Remember user-specific settings and preferences.		No information available
Bulk Actions Perform actions on multiple records simultaneously.		No information available
Personal Notifications Settings Customizable notification rules for each user.		No information available
Custom Shortcuts Create keyboard or menu shortcuts for most-used actions.		No information available

Portfolio Company Tracking Link deals to created or existing portfolio company records.		No information available
Investment Terms Storage Record and manage key terms and agreements per investment.		No information available
Post-Investment Task Assignment Assign onboarding or follow-up tasks after closing a deal.		No information available
Ongoing Reporting Integration Collect and correlate ongoing KPI/performance updates from portfolio companies.		No information available
Board & Governance Documentation Store board minutes, resolutions, and governance files.		No information available
Milestone Tracking Track achievement of key milestones post-investment.		No information available
Custom Reporting Intervals Define reporting frequency and requirements for each investment.		No information available
External Stakeholder Portal Provide portfolio companies or LPs with secure data submission portal.		No information available
Portfolio Engagement Logs Automatic recording of meetings, calls, and notes post-investment.		No information available
Data Room for Portfolio Centralized secure file sharing and due diligence management.		No information available
Performance Benchmarking Compare portfolio companies' progress against each other or set targets.		No information available
Capital Calls and Distributions Tracking Log requests and distributions tied to each investment.		No information available
Portfolio Company Org Charts Visualize staffing and board compositions.		No information available
Valuation Tracking Track internal and third-party valuations over time.		No information available
Exit/Liquidity Event Management Record and manage details of exits, mergers, or acquisitions.		No information available

Native Mobile Apps Full-featured native apps for both iOS and Android.		No information available
Mobile Deal Entry Add/edit deals and contacts while traveling or at events.		No information available
Push Notifications Mobile alerts for assigned tasks, new deals, or updates.		No information available
Access to Documents on Mobile View, upload, or share documents from mobile device.		No information available
Offline Access Ability to use key platform features without connectivity.		No information available
In-App Camera for Document Capture Capture business cards, notes, or documents directly from device camera.		No information available
Mobile Calendar Integration Auto-sync meetings and tasks to mobile device calendar.		No information available
Location-Based Deal Sources Log deals or set reminders based on physical location.		No information available
Voice Notes/Dictation Easily add audio notes to deals or contacts.		No information available
Mobile-Friendly Visualizations Responsive charts, dashboards, and filters.		No information available
Real-Time Data Sync to Mobile Instant updates of all deal-related information.		No information available
Fingerprint/Face ID Login Use biometric authentication on supported devices.		No information available
Mobile Document Scanning/OCR Turn pictures of documents into text/searchable files.		No information available
Expense Tracking on Mobile Capture related expenses and receipts while traveling.		No information available
Mobile Contact Sync Sync deal-related contacts to device address book.		No information available

Dedicated Account Manager Access to a dedicated point of contact for support and success.		No information available
Onboarding Assistance Guided migration, data import, and best practice setup.		No information available
In-App Tutorials Interactive guides and walk-throughs.		No information available
Knowledge Base / Help Center Detailed online resources, FAQs, and documentation.		No information available
Live Chat Support Immediate chat-based assistance available in-app.		No information available
24/7 Email & Ticket Support Round-the-clock ticket-based help.		No information available
Video Training Library On-demand access to how-to and best practice videos.		No information available
User Community Forums Peer support and networking with other users.		No information available
Release Notes & Updates Access to detailed notes on new features and improvements.		No information available
Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Commitments regarding uptime, support response, and escalation.		No information available
Custom Training Sessions Personalized training for teams, onsite or remote.		No information available
Change Management Toolkits Resources for adoption, communication, and internal rollout.		No information available
Regular Product Webinars Scheduled group sessions on platform use and new features.		No information available
Feedback and Feature Request Portal Ability to suggest improvements and vote on roadmap priorities.		No information available
Multilingual Support Staff Assistance in multiple major global languages.		No information available

Advanced Search & Filters Allows users to search and filter deals by sector, stage, geography, valuation, traction, and other parameters.		Affinity advertises advanced CRM-like search and filter tools for finding and managing deals (e.g., by stage, sector, geography).
Saved Searches Enables users to save customized search criteria for quick access in the future.		Affinity includes saving of searches for repeat use, per product documentation.
Automated Deal Alerts Platform notifies users automatically when new deals matching specified criteria are listed.		Platform offers automated alerts and notifications for when new or tracked deals change state.
Deal Tagging Ability to tag and categorize deals for efficient organization and retrieval.		Affinity allows tagging and categorization of deals as part of organizational functionality.
AI-Driven Recommendations Uses AI or machine learning to suggest relevant deals based on user behavior or preferences.		No information available
Keyword Search Full-text search capability within deal descriptions, team bios, etc.		Full-text search is described in Affinity documentation and demos.
Saved Favorites Allows users to bookmark or favorite deals for future review or collaboration.		Users can create a list of favorite deals (bookmarks/watchlists) for review.
Watchlists Users can track select deals/companies and receive updates on activity.		Explicit 'watchlist' and 'tracking' features mentioned in product materials.
Collaborative Search Spaces Allows teams or syndicates to search, share, and discuss deals collaboratively.		Affinity is designed to be used collaboratively as a team, with shared searching and commenting.
Map-Based Discovery Displays deals geographically for location-driven discovery.		No information available
Filter by Syndicate/Lead Investor Find deals sponsored or led by particular funds, angels, or syndicates.		Filtering by investor/fund is stated as available in Affinity features.
Deal Trending Indicators Shows deals with rising interest or activity among other users.		No information available
Number of Filters Total number of selectable filters to refine and tailor searches.		No information available

Standard Deal Templates Deals presented using standardized information templates (e.g., team, traction, business model).		Deals can be formatted in standardized templates (Affinity's pipeline views enforce a template structure).
Automated Data Validation System checks and flags inconsistent, missing, or invalid data entries automatically.		Automated checks on data entry and field completion described in user guides.
Document Upload & Management Ability to upload and store key documents (pitch decks, financials) in standard formats.		Document upload, particularly pitch decks and financials, is core to Affinity's deal management.
Integrated e-Signatures Digital signature integration for NDAs or term sheets.		No information available
Structured Q&A Template-driven Q&A sections with standardized topics for founders/VCs.		No information available
API Data Feeds Supports real-time data feeds for company data, cap tables, or KPIs.		Affinity supports API feeds for real-time data sync across connected platforms.
Third-Party Data Enrichment Integrates with external data providers to enhance or verify company data.		Product offers integrations with third-party data sources for enrichment and validation.
Audit Trail Maintains logs of data changes and accesses for compliance and transparency.		Audit trails (change tracking, activity logs) are mentioned in their security and compliance materials.
Founder/Company Profiles Rich, structured profiles with bios, LinkedIn, and references.		Affinity provides detailed founder/company profiles, often with social links and references.
Traction Metrics Standardization Revenue, users, and growth metrics are reported using uniform definitions and intervals.		No information available
Team & Advisor Verification Ability to verify team identities and credentials (e.g., via LinkedIn, Clearbit).		No information available
Field Completeness Indicator Shows what % of required fields are completed for each deal.		undefined Platform surfaces field completion indicators and missing fields for deal completeness.

Automated Deal Scoring System generates suitability scores for each deal using defined criteria (e.g., fit, traction, team).		No information available
Customizable Scoring Models Investors can tweak the weighting of deal attributes to suit thesis.		No information available
Human/AI Hybrid Screening Supports both automated and manual screening workflows.		No information available
Multi-Stage Screening Workflow Ability to assign deals to multiple screening stages (e.g., initial review, deep dive).		Affinity allows for deals to move through multi-stage pipeline/workflow.
Red Flag Detection Highlights concerns such as missing data, adverse events, or conflicts.		Red flag or problem detection via data validation and status tracking.
Screening Custom Checklists Investors can set checklists or qualifying questions per deal stage.		Checklists can be attached to deals and customized per stage.
Automated Background Checks Background and reference checks can be run via third party integrations.		No information available
Ranking & Prioritization Dashboard Visual dashboards for managing deal flow by score, priority, or stage.		Visual dashboards for deal rankings, pipeline and prioritization are part of Affinity's core analytics.
Screening Turnaround Time Average time taken for initial deal screening.		No information available
False Positive/Negative Rate Assesses screening efficacy by tracking incorrectly flagged deals.		No information available

Number of Active Deals How many open deals are currently listed at any time.		No information available
Startup Diversity Coverage of industries, geographies, stages, and demographics.		Affinity supports startups and investors globally, by stage, sector, and region.
Investor Network Size Number of verified VC/investor users on the platform.		No information available
Vetted Advisors & Experts On-platform access to trusted diligence or operating partners.		No information available
Event Hosting & Networking Host and discover virtual or in-person pitch events and webinars.		No information available
Marketplace Liquidity Typical time for deals to attract leads or engagement.		No information available
Syndicate/Angel Investor Participation Ability for syndicates or angels to proactively lead or participate.		Affinty profiles, tracks and supports angel, syndicate and institutional investor participation.
Cross-Border Deal Support Platform supports international deals and legal/compliance needs.		Cross-border deal support and compliance addressed in product offering for international VCs.
Alumni or Portfolio Management Ongoing tracking and engagement with past deals/investments.		Portfolio and alumni (past investment) management is a stated feature.
Ecosystem Partner Integrations Native integration with law firms, banks, service providers, etc.		No information available

Automated Load Testing Performs automated tests to simulate user traffic and stress on application components.		No information available
Bottleneck Detection Identifies performance bottlenecks in code or infrastructure.		No information available
Resource Utilization Metrics Monitors and reports on CPU, memory, and storage usage under various loads.		No information available
Throughput Measurement Measures the system's throughput under test loads.		No information available
Latency Tracking Tracks response times and latencies for various system operations.		No information available
Scalability Simulation Simulates and models scaling scenarios (e.g. horizontal, vertical scaling).		No information available
Cloud Readiness Assessment Analyzes how applications and workloads can be migrated or operated in cloud environments.		No information available
Automated Reporting Generates reports on scalability and performance findings.		Affinity automates report generation about activity, deals, and relationships.
Benchmark Comparisons Compares performance metrics against industry or historical benchmarks.		No information available
Concurrency Testing Tests how well the application handles concurrent operations.		No information available
Network Load Simulation Simulates network constraints (e.g. latency, packet loss) in testing scenarios.		No information available
Service Degradation Identification Detects and reports at which points the system functionality degrades under load.		No information available
Peak Load Estimation Estimates the maximum load the system can handle before failure.		No information available

Code Origin Tracing Analyzes codebase to trace third-party, open-source, or internally developed code.		No information available
Open Source License Detection Detects open source usage and associated licenses.		No information available
License Risk Assessment Identifies risky or incompatible open-source licenses in use.		No information available
IP Ownership Mapping Maps and documents who owns or controls the codebase or platform IP.		No information available
Patent Discovery Searches for pertinent patents held by the company.		No information available
Potential Infringement Detection Flags possible IP infringements.		No information available
SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) Generation Generates comprehensive inventories of third-party and open-source components.		No information available
Export Control Compliance Assesses compliance with software export regulations.		No information available
IP Portfolio Visualization Provides visual mapping of patents, copyrights, and trademarks.		No information available
Data Export/Reporting Exports data for external legal review.		Affinity allows export or reporting for legal, compliance, or stakeholder review.
License Change Notification Notifies users on detected changes in license status.		No information available

Automated Architecture Diagramming Automatically generates diagrams of system/class/module dependencies.		No information available
Modularity Assessment Evaluates modularity and separation of concerns in the architecture.		No information available
API Surface Analysis Analyzes API surface size, versioning, and backward compatibility.		No information available
Microservices Detection Detects presence and design of microservices in the stack.		No information available
Documentation Coverage Measures the presence/quality of architecture documentation.		No information available
Service Dependency Mapping Maps out internal and external service dependencies.		No information available
Redundancy & High Availability Analysis Identifies points of failure and resiliency mechanisms.		No information available
Data Flow Visualization Visualizes how data moves through the system.		No information available
Change Impact Simulation Models potential impact of architectural changes.		No information available
Legacy Component Identification Detects outdated or obsolete technologies in use.		No information available
Cloud Native Compatibility Assesses if the architecture supports cloud-native principles.		No information available

Deal Sharing Ability to share deals securely with colleagues, partners, or LPs.		Deals can be securely shared with team members or external parties with permission controls.
Permissioned Access Controls Granular permissions for who can view, edit, or comment on deals.		Granular permissions and access controls are a core CRM function and are present in Affinity.
Real-Time Messaging & Comments Threaded conversations on deals among team members or external collaborators.		Threaded comments/conversations are available per deal record.
Deal Rooms Virtual rooms for each deal to centralize documents, discussions, and tasks.		Each deal gets a dedicated deal space/room with documents and threads.
Task Assignment & Tracking Assign, track, and manage tasks related to specific deals.		Task assignment and responsibility tracking available for each opportunity.
Calendar Integration Syncs deal milestones, meetings, and deadlines to calendars.		Calendar integration is supported for scheduling and pipeline milestone sync.
Approval Workflows Multi-level approval mechanisms for progressing deals.		Custom approval stages/workflows can be configured in Affinity.
Group Voting Allows team voting on progression or rejection of opportunities.		No information available
Deal Timeline Visualization Visual representation of deal progress and key events.		Deal and pipeline stages visualized in customizable timeline views.
Number of Collaborators per Deal Maximum number of collaborators allowed per deal.		No information available

Due Diligence Checklists Pre-configured and customizable checklists for different deal types and stages.		Due diligence checklists can be built into deal workflows.
Document Request & Management Automates requests for due diligence documents and organizes received files.		Document collection and request tracking as part of pipeline functionality.
Data Room Integration Integration with secure data rooms for sensitive documents.		Out-of-the-box integrations for secure data rooms e.g. Box, Dropbox, Google Drive.
Integration with External Diligence Tools Connectivity to background, legal, or technical analysis services.		Integration marketplace and open API support external diligence/verification tools.
Customizable Reporting Templates Provides templates for investment memos and diligence reports.		Customizable memo/report templates described in feature lists.
Red Flag Reporting Automated and manual reporting of identified diligence issues.		Issues and problem reports (both manual and auto) can be tracked in diligence.
Automated Reference Checks Requests and tracks founder and customer/reference checks through integrated tools.		No information available
Track Diligence Progress Visual dashboards showing completeness and outstanding items.		Diligence process tracking dashboards are available for pipelines.
External Advisor Access Enables external experts to participate securely in diligence.		No information available
Time to Complete Diligence Tracks average/expected time to complete diligence per deal.		No information available

CRM Integration Connects with leading CRM systems (Salesforce, Hubspot, Affinity) for data flow.		Affinity advertises integrations with Salesforce, Hubspot, and other CRM platforms.
API Access Provides robust APIs for data extraction, deal flow sync, or workflow automation.		Affinity provides an API for automation and external data syncing.
Calendar Integration Synchronizes with Google, Outlook, or other calendar apps.		Calendar sync with Google/Outlook is explicitly called out.
Email Integration Links with email systems for deal notifications, communication, and updates.		Integration with Gmail/Outlook for email logging and communication is core to their offering.
Slack/Messaging Integrations Ability to post deal updates directly to Slack or similar tools.		Slack integration available; updates and notifications can be posted to Slack channels.
Document Storage Integration Connects to Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, etc. for document handling.		Native integrations for cloud storage: Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive.
Analytics & BI Tool Integration Integration with Tableau, Power BI, or similar for custom analytics.		Exports available for Power BI, Tableau, and CSV; direct BI tool integration discussed in resource center.
Syndicate/LP Portal Integration Lets syndicates or LPs access and review deal flow externally.		No information available
Third-Party KYC/AML Integration Links with compliance solutions for background verification.		No information available
Number of Supported Integrations Count of native, out-of-the-box software integrations.		No information available

Responsive Web Design Optimized and consistent experience on all device types.		Web interface responsive on multiple device/browser form factors per documentation.
Native Mobile App Availability of full-featured iOS/Android apps.		No information available
Multi-Language Support User interface supports localization into multiple languages.		No information available
Accessibility Standards Compliance Follows WCAG/ADA accessibility best practices (screen reader, keyboard nav, etc.).		No information available
User Onboarding Tools Guided tours, training modules, and knowledge base.		Guided onboarding tours, video help, and knowledge resources are prominently featured.
Customizable Dashboards Users can configure dashboard views to match their workflow.		Dashboards are customizable by user/role; layouts and views are user-driven.
Notifications & Alerts Customizable, real-time notifications on key events or changes.		Custom notifications, alerts, and triggers are supported and configurable.
User Roles & Profiles Multiple user types each with tailored permissions and views.		Multiple user roles (admin, contributor, viewer, etc.) with custom permission profiles are available.
Average Page Load Time Speed at which main dashboard or deal pages load.		No information available
Number of Supported Languages Total different languages available in the user interface.		No information available

Data Encryption at Rest & in Transit Sensitive data is encrypted both in storage and when transmitted.		Affinity documentation specifies encryption in transit and at rest.
Multi-Factor Authentication Supports 2FA/MFA for user logins.		Supports two-factor authentication for enhanced account security.
Role-Based Access Controls Define access rights at granular (field/record) level.		Role and field-based access controls are called out in admin/configuration options.
SOC2/ISO Certification Provider is certified for industry standard security compliance.		Affinity carries or is pursuing SOC2 certification for industry best practices.
Data Residency Options Ability to choose country/territory for data storage to meet local laws.		Data storage region selection discussed for GDPR/CCPA and international customers.
Regular Penetration Testing Undergoes periodic penetration tests and provides results.		No information available
Audit Logging Comprehensive audit logs of user actions available.		Comprehensive audit logs are available for user actions and changes.
GDPR & CCPA Compliance Tools Tools for subject data access, deletion, and notification.		GDPR/CCPA features for access, deletion, and notifications are supported.
DDoS Protection Built-in mechanisms to protect against attack attempts.		No information available
Incident Response Time Provider's SLA on detecting and responding to security incidents.		No information available

Deal Flow Metrics Tracks sourced, reviewed, and invested deals over time.		Tracks sourced, reviewed, and won/lost deals as standard dashboard reports.
Custom Reports Builder Users can construct custom dashboards and reports.		Custom report builder is available to users for analytics.
Export Options Reports and data can be exported in various formats.		Export tools for CSV/PDF available throughout product.
Conversion Funnel Visualization Shows stage-by-stage deal progression and conversion rates.		Pipeline and conversion funnel visualization are marketed features.
Portfolio Analytics High-level tracking of portfolio composition and performance.		Portfolio analytics dashboard is available as part of investment tracking.
Time on Market Metrics Track days from deal listing to closure.		Time on market/velocity metrics are available for deal cycle tracking.
Benchmark Data Comparison Compares deal or portfolio metrics to industry benchmarks.		Comparisons to industry, fund, and sector benchmarks are available in analytics.
Number of Pre-Built Reports Total pre-configured report templates available.		No information available
Report Generation Time Average time taken to generate a standard report.		No information available
Custom Field Support Ability to add and analyze user-defined custom fields.		Platform supports custom fields per organization/user.

Transparent Pricing Clear, published pricing tiers with no hidden fees.		Pricing is published online and is 'transparent with no hidden fees'.
Free Trial/Proof of Concept Ability to evaluate platform with a trial or pilot phase.		Free trial available by request, as noted on the website.
Tiered Service Levels Multiple pricing/service tiers to fit different user types and budgets.		Tiered pricing/service levels, including basic, professional and enterprise.
Custom Enterprise Plans Supports tailored pricing and SLA for large organizations.		Tailored enterprise plans available, with SLAs.
Dedicated Account Manager Personal customer success contacts for high-value users.		Dedicated customer success/account managers for enterprise tiers.
24/7 Technical Support Round-the-clock access to technical help.		24/7 support described for premium/enterprise customers.
Knowledge Base & Help Center Comprehensive online resources for self-service.		Knowledge base and help resources available via website.
Platform Uptime SLA Guaranteed system availability as a percent of time.		No information available
Average Support Response Time Typical time to first response from support.		No information available
Training & Onboarding Services Offers training sessions or onboarding support for new users.		Training and onboarding offered for new customers (webinars, online calls, knowledge base).

Automated Code Scans Support for automated code quality analysis, identifying technical debt, code smells, and adherence to best practices.		Not as far as we are aware.* No indication that Affinity performs automated scans of code for code quality or technical debt; it is a CRM and network intelligence tool.
Language Support Number of programming languages that the tool can analyze.		No information available
Metric Coverage Variety of code quality metrics tracked (e.g., cyclomatic complexity, code duplication, test coverage).		No information available
Custom Rule Definitions Allows creation or editing of custom code analysis rules.		No information available
Continuous Integration Integration Ability to integrate with CI/CD pipelines to trigger scans automatically.		No information available
Issue Reporting Generates actionable issue and remediation reports.		Affinity generates actionable deal, activity, and relationship reports, which aligns with this feature.
Visualization Provides visual dashboards or charts for code quality trends and hotspots.		Affinity provides dashboards and visual analytics for deal pipelines and relationships.
Refactoring Suggestions Offers automated suggestions or guidance for code improvements.		No information available
Code Review Collaboration Enables team-based code review, comment, and approval workflows.		Affinity supports collaborative workflows and approvals for VC deal review.
Historical Analysis Ability to analyze code quality trends over time or across codebase versions.		No information available
Open Source Dependency Scanning Checks for open-source packages, their licenses, and known vulnerabilities.		No information available
API for Data Export Availability of API for exporting scan data/results.		No information available
Automated Test Coverage Analysis Measures and reports on the percentage of code covered by tests.		No information available

Debt Identification Automation Automatically detects potential areas of technical debt.		No information available
Debt Categorization Classifies debt into types (e.g. design, code, architectural).		No information available
Debt Quantification Provides effort or cost estimates to address technical debt.		No information available
Debt Tracking Tracks technical debt items over time for trend analysis.		No information available
Impact Analysis Analyzes and reports the impact of technical debt on future development.		No information available
Remediation Prioritization Ranks or prioritizes technical debt based on severity and risk.		No information available
Integration with Issue Trackers Links technical debt items to Jira, GitHub Issues, etc.		Affinity integrates with Jira and other business productivity tools for linking tasks or deals.
Manual Annotation Allows manual input and tracking of technical debt not automatically detected.		No information available
Visualization of Debt Hotspots Visual maps highlighting parts of the codebase with high technical debt.		Affinity provides visual heatmaps and dashboards to highlight pipeline hotspots and network density.
ROI Estimation Estimates potential ROI for technical debt remediation efforts.		No information available
Change Impact Tracking Monitors how software changes affect technical debt.		No information available

Automated Vulnerability Scanning Performs security scans for known vulnerabilities in source and dependencies.		No information available
Penetration Testing Supports or integrates with penetration testing tools/workflows.		No information available
Security Policy Auditing Checks for adherence to internal security policies.		No information available
Compliance Framework Mapping Assesses compliance against standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR).		No information available
Dependency Vulnerability Alerts Notifies when new vulnerabilities are discovered in dependencies.		No information available
Encryption Verification Verifies use of encryption in transit and at rest.		No information available
Secrets Management Checks for secret/token exposure in code.		No information available
Access Control Review Analyzes role-based access and permission models.		No information available
Automated Patch Recommendations Suggests or applies patches for security vulnerabilities.		No information available
Audit Logging Analysis Validates logging of security-relevant events.		No information available
Incident Response Assessment Evaluates tools and protocols for incident detection and response.		No information available

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Deal Flow Management Systems for Deal Sourcing and Origination

Pipeline Management (12 Yes /12 Known /15 Possible features)

Deal Data Capture and Management (14 Yes /14 Known /15 Possible features)

Collaboration & Workflow (11 Yes /11 Known /15 Possible features)

Sourcing and Inbound Deal Capture (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Evaluation and Screening Tools (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Integration and API (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Analytics and Reporting (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Security and Compliance (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

User Experience & Customization (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Portfolio and Post-Investment Tools (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Mobile and On-the-Go Usage (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Support, Training, and Onboarding (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Investment Opportunity Marketplaces for Deal Sourcing and Origination

Deal Discovery & Search (9 Yes /9 Known /13 Possible features)

Data Standardization & Quality (8 Yes /8 Known /12 Possible features)

Screening & Scoring Tools (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

Collaboration & Workflow (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Due Diligence Support (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration & Interoperability (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

User Experience & Accessibility (5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)

Security & Compliance (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Analytics & Reporting (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Platform Coverage & Ecosystem (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

Pricing, Billing, & Support (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Technical Due Diligence Tools for Due Diligence

Code Quality & Analysis (3 Yes /4 Known /13 Possible features)

Scalability & Performance Assessment (1 Yes /1 Known /13 Possible features)

Technical Debt Evaluation (2 Yes /2 Known /11 Possible features)

Intellectual Property (IP) Analysis (1 Yes /1 Known /11 Possible features)

Architecture Evaluation (0 Yes /0 Known /11 Possible features)

Security Assessment (0 Yes /0 Known /11 Possible features)

Documentation & Maintainability (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration & Interoperability (6 Yes /6 Known /10 Possible features)

Reporting & Visualization (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Collaboration & Workflow (10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)

Value Creation Tools for Portfolio Management

Resource Sharing (9 Yes /11 Known /15 Possible features)

Mentorship Connections (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Strategic Introductions (8 Yes /8 Known /15 Possible features)

Community Building and Engagement (1 Yes /1 Known /15 Possible features)

Platform Integrations & APIs (6 Yes /6 Known /15 Possible features)

Analytics & Reporting (5 Yes /5 Known /15 Possible features)

Security & Compliance (8 Yes /8 Known /15 Possible features)

User Experience & Accessibility (8 Yes /8 Known /15 Possible features)

Support & Customer Success (7 Yes /7 Known /15 Possible features)

Customization & Scalability (5 Yes /5 Known /15 Possible features)

Performance & Reliability (5 Yes /5 Known /15 Possible features)