Analysis of the strategic environment of the candidate was conducted by dp for a Technology Holding as customer. Desk research provided valueable external Information. Together with internal information of the candidate this was analysed and strategically evaluated. Expert interviews within the dp network answered open questions and provided additional strategic information. Results were elaborated within a chance/risk profile of this acquisition opportunity. In doing so, the rich studies by dp of the last 2 years in the area of smart energy and buidling automation had been extremely helpful in providing additional insights and value to the customer.