How does the Opagio intangible asset valuator work?

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The Opagio valuator is designed to make intangible asset valuation accessible to companies that have historically been unable to afford traditional valuation services. It works by guiding users through a structured data collection process, then applying established valuation methodologies to produce fair value estimates for each intangible asset category. The process begins with asset identification. Users input information about their business — revenue streams, customer base characteristics, brand presence, technology assets, intellectual property, and workforce composition. The system classifies these into standard intangible asset categories aligned with both the Corrado-Hulten-Sichel (CHS) framework for strategic analysis and the IFRS 3 / ASC 805 framework for formal accounting purposes. For each identified asset, the valuator selects the most appropriate valuation method based on the asset type and available data. Brand assets typically use the Relief from Royalty method with industry-specific royalty rates. Customer relationships use a simplified Multi-Period Excess Earnings approach. Technology assets may use the Cost Approach or Relief from Royalty depending on their characteristics. The system draws on benchmark databases for key inputs such as royalty rates, attrition rates, and discount rates. The output is a detailed valuation report showing the estimated fair value of each intangible asset, the methodology applied, key assumptions used, and sensitivity analysis showing how values change under different scenarios. This report can be used for internal strategic planning, investor presentations, board reporting, and as a starting point for formal valuations required in M&A or financial reporting contexts.

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