Founded in Malaysia. Silicon Valley Methodology.
Acquro was built for leaders who need independent judgment, architectural clarity, and a path to execution.
The "Architect" Difference
Acquro was founded in Malaysia. Our US practice, Acquro LLC, extends the same methodology to technical due diligence for M&A transactions. We see exactly why companies fail—hidden technical debt, poor decision structures, and misalignment.
In Malaysia, we apply that same "Audit Mindset" to innovation. We don't brainstorm ideas; we architect systems that survive the pressure of execution.
The "Architect-Economist"
Most technologists speak engineering. Most consultants speak frameworks. Our Principal, Ariffin Yahaya, Ph.D., speaks both—with a doctorate that bridges Computer Science and Economics.
This isn't academic theory. It's how we solved $1.8B in revenue growth at Yahoo (mechanism design), unlocked regulated markets at Autodesk (compliance as market access option), and pivoted MIDF from a blocked acquisition to first-mover advantage (real options). We think in network effects, transaction costs, and information asymmetry—then build the systems that capture the value.
Financial Discipline
We apply FinOps & Unit Economics to reveal invisible waste (e.g., $10M/year saved by rationalizing infrastructure at Yahoo).
Due Diligence Rigor
We treat every strategic move like an M&A transaction. 30+ technical due diligences on $2B+ in deal flow.
Scale Proven
From Yahoo's Chief Architect Office (100M+ DAU) to Autodesk's $3B portfolio, we have built the systems that run the internet.
Why Acquro?
Capability, Not Dependency
We teach you to fish. The goal is always your independence—a team that can operate without us.
A Point of View
We recommend a path, not a menu. Strong opinions, loosely held, clearly stated.
We Stay to Oversee
For complex initiatives, we don't disappear after the strategy. We ensure vendors deliver and your team builds real capability.
No Forever Consulting
Short cycles. Clear deliverables. A defined end state where you don't need us anymore.
Principal & Founder
Ariffin Yahaya, Ph.D.
Ariffin advises leadership teams on innovation strategy, operating models, and large-scale technology decisions. A former Chief Architect at Yahoo and Senior Distinguished Architect at Autodesk, he brings a rare "Systems Thinking" approach to corporate strategy.
He is the first Malaysian to hold the Chief Architect position at a major Silicon Valley company.
Known for:
Turning Strategy into Execution
Using governance, sequencing, and KPI discipline to enforce progress.
Aligning Business & Tech
Bridging the gap between the CEO's vision and engineering reality.
Building Decision Systems
Creating portfolio management and accountability structures that allow companies to scale.