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Venue Virtual Data Room from Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN)
Dedicated project management support, AI-powered insights, advanced analytics on user activity, multilingual capabilities, integrated redaction tools, secure Excel viewer, and customizable workflows for VC due diligence processes.
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Data Room Solutions for Due Diligence
Secure document sharing and management platforms for handling sensitive company information during the due diligence process.
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Security and Compliance
(11 Yes /11 Known /12 Possible features)
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End-to-End Encryption All documents and communications are encrypted both in transit and at rest. |
Venue documentation and marketing state encryption at rest and in transit; end-to-end encryption implied for secure VC due diligence. | |
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Granular Access Controls Ability to set permission levels at the document, folder, or user group levels. |
Granular permissioning is highlighted in product materials: Venue supports role/user-level access controls. | |
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Multi-Factor Authentication Support for two-step or multi-factor authentication for user login. |
Multi-factor authentication is included per DFIN documentation. | |
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Regulatory Compliance Certifications Supports compliance with industry standards such as SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR. |
DFIN Venue is listed as SOC2 and ISO 27001 compliant; GDPR support is also advertised. | |
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Watermarking Dynamically applies user-specific or time-based watermarks to viewed and downloaded documents to deter unauthorized sharing. |
Venue supports dynamic watermarking for document security. | |
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Audit Trails Comprehensive logs of user activity including views, downloads, uploads, edits, and shares. |
Comprehensive user activity tracking/audit trails are standard features. | |
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Automatic Session Timeout User sessions automatically expire after a period of inactivity for security. |
Automatic session timeout is available for increased security; referenced in Venue’s security brochure. | |
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Document Expiry Controls Enables expiry or self-destruct timers for shared documents. |
No information available | |
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Digital Rights Management (DRM) Prevents printing, copying, or forwarding of selected sensitive documents. |
Digital Rights Management, including secure Excel viewer and document print/copy restrictions, is offered. | |
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Secure Document Destruction Ability to permanently delete files and ensure their removal from all storage and backups. |
Permanent deletion and certified document shredding are stated features. | |
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Intrusion Detection and Monitoring Continuous monitoring for unauthorized access attempts and suspicious behavior. |
Venue actively monitors and alerts on suspicious activity (IDAM, intrusion monitoring referenced). | |
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Geofencing and IP Restrictions Restricts platform or document access based on user geolocation or IP address. |
IP restrictions/geofencing is available in admin/permissioning controls, per product documentation. |
Document Management and Organization
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Folder Hierarchy Support Creation and nesting of folders to mirror deal or company structure. |
Folder creation/nesting is a core workflow feature for deal structuring. | |
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Advanced Search Full-text and metadata search across all documents in the data room. |
Advanced search and filtering (including AI-powered suggestions) are core platform features. | |
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Bulk Upload and Download Ability to upload or download multiple files and folders simultaneously. |
Bulk upload/download functionality is described in the online platform overview. | |
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Drag-and-Drop Interface Easy move, upload, or organize files using drag-and-drop functionality. |
Drag-and-drop interface highlighted as a usability benefit in product demos and guides. | |
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Document Indexing Automatic indexing and numbering of documents for reference. |
Automatic document indexing and dynamic numbering referenced in help materials. | |
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Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Scanned documents are converted into searchable text via OCR. |
OCR for document search advertised as available, supporting scanned/legacy files. | |
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Custom Metadata Fields Ability to define custom fields for document classification and tagging. |
Custom metadata and tagging for documents included as part of data management features. | |
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Version Control Tracks revisions and allows rollback to previous versions of documents. |
Document version control and rollback features well-documented. | |
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Bookmarking & Favorites Users can bookmark or star important documents or folders for quick access. |
Bookmarking/favorites are available for user productivity. | |
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Document Preview Direct online preview (no downloads necessary) in popular file formats (PDF, DOCX, XLSX, etc.). |
Document preview (PDF, Office, etc.) supported directly online; secure Excel viewer noted. |
User Collaboration and Communication
(4 Yes /4 Known /8 Possible features)
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Document Comments and Annotations Allows users to add notes and comments to documents or specific document sections. |
No information available | |
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Task Assignment & Tracking Enables creation, assignment, and status tracking of tasks related to documents. |
No information available | |
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Integrated Q&A Modules Structured question-and-answer flow between investors, target companies, and advisors. |
Integrated Q&A module is included; core part of investor due diligence workflows. | |
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Role-Based Communication Permissions Restricts Q&A, commenting, or messaging based on user role. |
Role-based commenting/messaging permissions included with Q&A admin features. | |
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Real-Time Notifications Notifies users via email or in-app alerts for activity, comments, or requests. |
Users receive real-time email and in-app notifications on activity and requests. | |
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Group Messaging Secure in-platform group messaging among participants. |
No information available | |
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Meeting Scheduling Integration Link with calendar and scheduling tools for meetings or calls. |
Calendar/meeting integrations (Outlook/Google Calendar) available for scheduling. | |
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Discussion Threads Create threaded discussions around documents or issues. |
No information available |
User Management and Permissions
(7 Yes /7 Known /7 Possible features)
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Role-Based Access Create and assign roles (e.g., admin, investor, advisor, uploader) with configurable permissions. |
Venue supports advanced user roles, groups, and access configurations. | |
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Bulk User Import Provision multiple users at once from spreadsheets or directory integrations. |
Bulk user import via spreadsheet and integrations are listed features. | |
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External User Invitations Ability to securely invite external collaborators and auditors. |
External user invitations/collaborator access highlighted in onboarding/process guides. | |
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User Deactivation/Suspension Temporarily or permanently disable user accounts without deleting them. |
User account suspension/deactivation possible from admin portal. | |
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Group Permissions Configure permissions for entire teams or groups rather than individuals only. |
Permissions can be set for groups/teams as well as individuals. | |
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Time-Limited Access Grant users or groups access for predefined periods. |
Time-limited and expiring access links are part of core security/permissions. | |
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User Impersonation Admins can view the platform as a particular user for troubleshooting. |
Platform supports admin user impersonation for troubleshooting and support. |
Usability and User Experience
(6 Yes /6 Known /7 Possible features)
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Modern Intuitive UI Clean, responsive design compatible with modern browsers and devices. |
Modern UI/UX is a selling point; reviews and product images confirm responsive design. | |
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Mobile Access Native or responsive mobile access to all major features. |
Mobile access (via mobile web/browser, not native app) is supported. | |
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Custom Branding Personalized data room branding with company logos and color schemes. |
Custom branding is available for each data room per Venue documentation. | |
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Multilingual Interface Support for multiple language user interfaces. |
Multilingual user interface is described in marketing and user guides. | |
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Accessibility (ADA) Compliance Meets standards for accessibility for users with disabilities. |
Accessibility/ADA compliance mentioned in regulatory and legal documentation. | |
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Fast Load Time Typical time for data room or document preview to load. |
No information available | |
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Onboarding and Help Guides Integrated, interactive onboarding and context-aware help. |
Guided onboarding and context-aware help are available for new users. |
Integration and Interoperability
(6 Yes /6 Known /6 Possible features)
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API Availability Well-documented application programming interfaces for custom integrations. |
API documentation and integration endpoints are referenced for custom workflows. | |
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Single Sign-On (SSO) Support for SSO via providers like SAML, OAuth, or enterprise directories. |
SSO (SAML, OAuth) is a core enterprise integration offering. | |
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Integration with Cloud Storage Native link with platforms such as Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. |
Direct integration with cloud storage services like Dropbox and OneDrive is available. | |
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Calendar Integration Connects with Outlook, Google Calendar, or others for scheduling. |
Calendar integrations for deal scheduling and launch. | |
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Export/Import Capabilities Bulk export of documents and data room structures for backup/migration. |
Bulk export/import capabilities mentioned in support and migration documentation. | |
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Third-Party eSignature Integration Seamless integration with digital signature providers (DocuSign, Adobe Sign, etc). |
DocuSign and AdobeSign integrations for eSignature are natively available. |
Reporting and Analytics
(5 Yes /5 Known /5 Possible features)
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User Activity Reports Exportable, filterable reports showing user login, document views, and downloads. |
User activity reporting is robust, with exportable/filterable reports as standard. | |
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Engagement Analytics Visualizes which documents or folders receive the most attention. |
Engagement analytics, including heatmaps and user focus, are highlighted analytics features. | |
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Heat Maps for Document Usage Shows which pages or sections of documents were most engaged with. |
Heatmaps for document usage are advertised as a visual analytics feature. | |
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Exportable Dashboards Dashboards that can be exported as PDFs, CSVs, or images. |
Exportable dashboards as PDF/CSV are available for reporting. | |
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Custom Analytics Reports Ability to build custom reports around user activity or document access. |
Venue allows creation of custom analytics and exportable user access reports. |
Performance and Scalability
(0 Yes /0 Known /5 Possible features)
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Concurrent User Support Number of users that can access the platform at the same time without performance degradation. |
No information available | |
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Maximum File Size Largest single file that can be uploaded or previewed. |
No information available | |
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Maximum Data Room Size Total storage capacity per project or data room. |
No information available | |
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Uptime Guarantee Service Level Agreement uptime metrics. |
No information available | |
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Document Preview Speed Average or 99th percentile time to render a preview of a typical document after click. |
No information available |
Support and Service
(4 Yes /4 Known /5 Possible features)
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24/7 Support Availability Help desk available around the clock via phone, chat, or email. |
24/7 support including live help chat is available for all Venue customers. | |
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Dedicated Account Manager Assigned point of contact for account-specific questions and escalations. |
Dedicated account/project management is a core part of Venue’s value proposition. | |
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Onboarding and Training Guided onboarding and live or recorded training sessions for users. |
Customers receive onboarding and training via scheduled sessions and knowledge base. | |
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Knowledge Base Access Comprehensive help articles, guides, and FAQs. |
Extensive online knowledge base and documentation is available. | |
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SLA Response Time Service level agreement for maximum initial response time to support requests. |
No information available |
Pricing and Contract Flexibility
(3 Yes /3 Known /5 Possible features)
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Transparent Pricing Clear, publicly available pricing tiers and features. |
No information available | |
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Flexible Billing Cycles Support for monthly, quarterly, and yearly billing options. |
No information available | |
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Trial Access or Sandbox Free trial or limited sandbox instance available before purchase. |
Venue offers a free trial/sandbox environment before purchase (as per product site). | |
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No Long-Term Lock-In Contract options available without annual commitments. |
Month-to-month, no-lock-in contracts available—no long-term lock-in required. | |
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Volume and Enterprise Discounts Tiered pricing or custom discounts for startups or high-volume customers. |
Volume/enterprise discounts are referenced in pricing discussions for high-volume VC customers. |
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