Maximizing ROI, Mitigating Risks During Mergers, and Acquisitions

Written By Christian Ruecker

A Case Study by CIS

In 2024, Custom Inspection Solutions (CIS) played a pivotal role in fleet and asset evaluations for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the waste management and commercial trucking industries. Our comprehensive inspection services, which include DOT compliance checks and detailed asset valuations, provide our clients with critical insights into the true condition and value of the assets they are acquiring. This case study highlights the tangible benefits and high return on investment (ROI) from these inspections, illustrating the importance of outsourcing fleet evaluations to experts.

2024 — M&A Statistics

  • 657 pieces of equipment with a value of $86.4 million were inspected

  • 453 assets received DOT inspection, 70% failed

  • $1.163 million for DOT-related repairs, plus $0.6 million for other repairs, were identified

ROI on Asset Inspections

For every dollar spent on inspections and valuations, we identified $7 of potential repair costs.*

*Not accounting for the additional value of independent asset valuations, which also help streamline the buying process, saving both time and labor.

Christian Ruecker
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