IPO Filing Software

An IPO can be a long, demanding and complicated process that will have long term implications for your company. Our IPO solutions and experts help you successfully navigate the intricacies and prepare for life as a public company. Are you ready?

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Choose the global leader for IPO services

When it comes to capitalizing on key moments in the IPO process, DFIN leads the way – and we have the numbers to prove it.

Over the last eight years in the US-based filings, DFIN

Filed

800+

IPOs

Partnered on

70%

IPOs valued at
$100M+

Serviced

~60

IPOs valued at
$1B+

Supported

Majority of PE and VC-backed IPOs

IPO Solutions

The IPO journey is complex. That’s why most companies choose our flexible solutions, expert services, and advanced technology to achieve success.

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Our Flexible IPO Solutions

DFIN for IPO Service

Full-service 'done-for-you' solution

Designed to extend teams with DFIN experts and dedicated project management.
Designed to extend teams with DFIN experts and dedicated project management.
Our project managers are available 24/7/365 to handle document formatting, exhibits and filing requirements as well as delivering proofs for review and distributing finals.

ActiveDisclosure for IPO with Concierge

Assisted 'done-with-you' solution

Designed to support teams on DFIN’s ActiveDisclosure software platform to securely automate the drafting, editing, and filing process.
Maintain total control by working in a secure, cloud-based environment offering permissions, version control, Excel linking, support binders, track changes, and presentations.
Our dedicated team of DFIN experts will set up the document in your instance and are available to support your working group 24/7 throughout the S-1 filing.

Guide to IPOs

Considerations for Business Owners and Executives Taking Their Company Public

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The Only Technology Stack Backed by DFIN Experts

ActiveDisclosure

Financial reporting & SEC filing software

Take the complexities out of compliance for financial, legal, and investors teams.

Easy & secure online collaboration
Presentations and documents
Microsoft 365 compatibility
Intelligent iXBRL tagging
SEC filing health checks

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Venue

Virtual data room software

Share sensitive information across teams and stakeholders worry-free.

Strong end-to-end encryption
Single sign-on integration
Multi-factor authentication
Automated multi-file redaction
Real-time reporting & analytics

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Preparation, planning, and the right IPO software solutions are critical to success.

IPO Timeline

Preparation

Pre-Filing

Initial submission of S-1

Roadshow

Pricing/Trading

Life Post IPO

IPO Timeline

Preparation

12 - 18 Months

Prepare work plan for IPO readiness
Assess financial data and evaluate audit firm
Assess internal resources (accounting, FP&A, legal, IR)
Evaluate need for third-party advisers
Consider structural decisions (e.g., corporate, tax, compensation)

Pre-Filing

4 - 6 Months

Engage lead underwriters
Prepare S-1

Equity story/investment thesis
Historical financial statements & MD&A
Risk factors/legal sections

Financial model

Initial submission of S-1

3 Months

Confidential submission of S-1 and SEC review process (typically ~12-14 weeks)
Teach-in with syndicate analysis
Prepare roadshow presentation
Publicly file S-1 at least 15 days prior to launch of roadshow
Finalize IPO documentation

Organizational and governance documents
Listing application
Underwriting agreement

Roadshow

2 Weeks

Finalize preliminary prospectus with indicative price range
Launch roadshow (typically 7-10 trading days)

Pricing/Trading

Trade date

Price IPO after market close at conclusion of roadshow
Begin trading next day after pricing
Close third trading day after pricing

Life Post IPO

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

Extensive quarterly reporting required
SOX compliance
Annual reports and recent events
Proxy Statement, Annual Meeting

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We help customers achieve measurable results

LIFE SCIENCES

How we helped a pharma company capitalize on IPO market conditions and timing

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HEALTHCARE

How we helped a healthcare company get and stay deal ready to go public and close a secondary offering

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TECHNOLOGY

Execute a successful IPO with management and staff working from secluded locations

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MANUFACTURING

How we helped an electric vehicle company save time and money before and after going public

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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

How we helped a leading enterprise finance management company streamline its IPO process

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Explore the latest IPO & Public Listing Report

Q3 marked the most active IPO quarter since 2021, fueled by renewed investor appetite and a surge in high-growth tech listings. While the government shutdown introduces procedural delays at the SEC, historical precedent suggests the impact on Q4 IPOs may be modest—especially if the closure is brief. Strong investor demand and a healthy pipeline could help the market absorb short-term disruptions."

Craig Clay, President of Global Capital Markets, DFIN

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