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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 six years, DFIN

Filed

700+

Traditional IPOs

Partnered on

70%

Traditional IPOs valued at
≥ $100M (US-based issuers)

Serviced

350+

SPACs

Supported

Majority of PE and VC-backed IPOs

Edgar checklist

EDGAR/iXBRL Checklist

Know the best practices to file tagged SEC reports confidently once you’re public.

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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

Preparation

12 - 18 Months

  • Prepare work plan for IPO readiness
  • Assess financial statements 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

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

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

Roadshow

2 Weeks

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

Pricing/Trading

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

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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Explore client 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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Get in touch with us for IPO support, pricing or more information.

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The summer wave of offerings expected in Q3 did not materialize, with only thirteen sizeable IPOs raising ~$7.7 billion. The slow rebound will likely continue in Q4, although some substantial offerings are on the horizon, including billion-dollar offerings for DFIN clients Ingram Micro, and Solera."

Craig Clay, President of Global Capital Markets, DFIN

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Guide to IPOs

Considerations for Business Owners and Executives Taking Their Company Public

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Continue building your perfect tech stack

Virtual Data Room

Safeguard and share your most sensitive documents with all your shareholders. Easy-to-use, secure software includes privacy scans, contract analysis and multi-file redaction for full transparency and regulatory compliance.

Financial Reporting

Take the complexities out of regulatory reporting. Seamless integration, simple onboarding, Microsoft Office compatibility and all the tools you need for fast, secure filings.

Corporate Repository

Empower teams to more easily manage, share and protect folders and files in a secure, cost-effective environment. Leverage a modern, dynamic, digital repository to secure data, protect privacy and streamline projects.

Leverage our best-in-class partnership ecosystem

FloQast builds cloud-based software that helps manage accounting departments by centralizing the workflow, assigning tasks, maintaining supporting documentation, and automating reconciliations.

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Integrating enterprise business systems like Netsuite with ActiveDisclosure enables customers to directly connect the datasets they need into a central hub of trusted data, with powerful linking, auditability and control features.

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Cision is a leading global provider of earned media software and services to public relations and marketing communications professionals.

Cision software allows users to identify key influencers, craft and distribute strategic content, and measure meaningful impact.

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More findings, right this way

Case Study

How We Help a Global Law Firm Streamline Their Client IPO Process

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Case Study

How We Helped a Leading Enterprise Finance Management Company Streamline its IPO Process

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Report

DFIN's IPO & Public Listing Report - Q3 2024 Edition

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Resources

IPO Market Trends & Outlook 2025

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Report

DFIN's IPO & Public Listing Report - Q2 2024 Edition

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Resources

Voluntary Submission of Draft Registration Statements

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Case Study

How We Helped a Pharma Company Capitalize on IPO Market Conditions and Timing

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Resources

Understanding Confidential IPO Filings

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Resources

Navigating the IPO Process: A Detailed Timeline for Going Public

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Case Study

How We Helped an Electric Vehicle Company Save Time and Money Before and After Going Public

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Blog

DFIN Q1 Earnings: Software Growth Suggests a Recovery of M&A and IPO Activity May Be Underway

Craig Clay
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Video Podcast

Webinar Replay: Preparing for Your Exit: Public Company Readiness

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Report

DFIN's IPO & Public Listing Report - Q1 2024 Edition

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Guide

From Private to Public: Expert Insights for Foreign Private Issuers Pursuing U.S. Public Listing in 2024 and Beyond

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White Paper

The Importance Of IPO Readiness: An Essential Framework for Success

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Blog

How to Think About AI When You’re Planning an IPO

Craig Clay
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Blog

Software Shines in DFIN’s 2023 Earnings Report

Craig Clay
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Resources

The Dual-Track Process For IPOs & Exits

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Video Podcast

Webinar Replay: IPO Preparedness Roundtable

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Report

DFIN's IPO & Public Listing Report - Q4 2023 Edition

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Preparation

Pre-Filing

Initial submission of S-1

Roadshow

Pricing/Trading

Life Post IPO

Unlock a stronger workflow with secure virtual communication channels and flexible technology. 

Access leading SEC experts 24/7/365 for guidance in the moments that matter.

Ensure accurate and audit-ready documentation with built-in compliance capabilities.

Prepare standout materials with advanced composition systems, on-demand resources and an unrivaled print platform.