PitchBook and Crunchbase are well-worn staples among private equity and venture capital funds. However, does this widespread adoption mean they cannot be relied upon to provide a competitive edge? As investors look to deploy aging dry powder, looking beyond the firmographic staples could prove advantageous. This Intelligence report looks at where traditional platforms might fall short and highlights some tools that can deliver what’s lacking and gain an edge.

PitchBook and Crunchbase’s strengths

PitchBook and Crunchbase are standard tools for private equity and venture capital funds – across deal sourcing, due diligence and tracking companies post-investment. In many respects, this widespread use is for good reason…