Does Opagio replace a qualified valuer?

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Opagio automates the mechanical aspects of valuation: applying methodologies, building models, stress-testing assumptions, and producing reports. What Opagio doesn't replace: 1) expert judgment on methodology selection (should this asset use RFR or MPEEM?), 2) negotiation and evidence gathering (finding comparable licences to establish royalty rates requires market expertise), 3) regulatory credibility (HMRC may trust an established valuation firm's opinion over an automated tool), 4) cross-examination and defence (in a tax audit or M&A dispute, explaining why you selected certain assumptions requires expert testimony). For early-stage companies, Opagio is sufficient: you get a defensible valuation for fundraising, strategic planning, or initial balance sheet recognition. For M&A (where the buyer is paying millions), purchase price allocation, or HMRC challenges, professional valuers provide additional credibility. Best practice: use Opagio for initial valuation and strategy; if that valuation becomes consequential (M&A, tax filing, audit), engage a professional firm to review and opine on the valuation. Many valuers now use Opagio outputs as a starting point and add their professional review layer on top.

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