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How Oaklins Netherlands Turns Reliable Data into Strategic Advantage
The Challenge:
Manual research across multiple sources slowed workflows.
Use Cases:
The Results:
Faster research and list building, improved data reliability, and more time for high-value client work.
Oaklins Netherlands is an M&A and financial advisory firm based in Amsterdam that pairs a boutique, relationship-driven approach with the breadth of services of a global leader. From sell- and buy-side M&A to growth equity, ECM, debt, and valuation advisory, the team delivers comprehensive financial solutions while collaborating with 850 colleagues across over 60 offices worldwide. Completing around 50 transactions annually, Oaklins Netherlands helps entrepreneurs, private equity firms, and global corporations uncover opportunities and achieve exceptional results.
The Challenge:
Reducing Manual Work and Data Consolidation
The Oaklins Netherlands team sought a platform that would not only centralize information but also provide the depth and quality needed to support complex advisory work. Gain stood out for its breadth of coverage and for its analyst-enriched profiles that go far beyond basic financials to deliver curated, actionable insights.
The Solution:
The team was looking for a platform that could provide a complete financial view of companies in their target market and speed up research. They also wanted to ensure that the data was high-quality and fully sourced every time. That’s when they landed on Gain.
After procuring the platform, integrating it into their workflows was seamless thanks to its intuitive interface. “We were able to integrate it into our daily workflow right away. The platform is very intuitive and easy to use. It really speaks for itself.” - Daaf Onijs
Use Cases:
Accelerate private market research with centralized, in-depth company and financial data
Build tailored buyer and target lists faster using niche filters and the AI-powered Similar Companies feature
Map industries in detail with comprehensive, data-rich industry reports
Identify companies attending industry conferences to uncover new opportunities
Access contact information for key representatives within firms, streamlining targeted outreach
The Results:
With Gain, Oaklins Netherlands has eliminated much of the tedious, manual tasks involved in research, list building, and other advisory work.
This reliability doesn’t just save time, it also raises the standard of their output. “Another key benefit is reliability — having access to trustworthy information up front. It’s not just about saving time, it also improves the quality of the work you can deliver.” - Jan-Hein Bax, Strategic Operations at Oaklins
The efficiency gained has also enabled the firm to expand its capacity and sharpen its competitive edge.
Today, Gain is fully embedded in Oaklins Netherlands’ day-to-day workflows, with new joiners and interns onboarded onto the platform from day one. As Gain continues to evolve with new features, it strengthens the team’s ability to deliver exceptional client service.
By centralizing data and providing instant access to reliable, high-quality information, Gain gives Oaklins a competitive edge, enabling them to focus on what they do best: building strong relationships and driving successful outcomes for their clients across the full spectrum of M&A advisory.
