M&A Blog and News
October 1, 2024
Focusing on Key Elements in the Lifecycle of the M&A Deal
By Jack Prouty, Past President, M&A Leadership Council
My direct experiences, research, and learning from others have led me to boil down what I believe are the "7 Critical Success Factors" for effective M&A integration. Those companies that have focused and executed on the following key elements ......
September 26, 2024
Assessing Your Fit for the Role of Integration Management Office Lead
By M&A Leadership Council
In M&A, the Integration Management Office (IMO) Lead plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth, efficient integration process. The position requires strategic insight, operational knowledge, and strong leadership. But are you cut out for this role? ......
September 12, 2024
Leadership, Governance, and Decision-Making Frameworks
By M&A Leadership Council
Integration Management Office (IMO) charters and workstreams play a critical role in ensuring the successful integration of the acquired company. Here’s a breakdown of the value and benefits of both.......
September 5, 2024
The Art of M&A® / Integration
An Excerpt from The Art of M&A Integration: A Guide to Merging Resources, Processes & Responsibilities by Alexandra Reed Lajoux
Can M&A Integration Apply to Acquisitions of Partial Interests? Aren't such acquisitions usually for investment purposes only? How can integration occur? Any time a company depends on a source of capital – whether debt or equity capital – that source will ....
August 22, 2024
Assessing Integration Risks Leads to Understanding Target Value Drivers
by Jack Prouty, Past President, M&A Leadership Council
While the due diligence process certainly can reveal the financial worthiness of the target, it often does not include an examination of the buyer or target’s business operational, organizational or cultural characteristics, or their readiness .......
August 19, 2024
Practical Strategies for Managing TSAs with Confidence and Clarity
By M&A Leadership Council
Transition Services Agreements (TSAs) are critical tools during divestitures. They serve as a bridge, ensuring business continuity while the buyer establishes their own operational systems. However, navigating TSAs can be challenging, and .......
August 7, 2024
The Art of M&A® / Due Diligence
An excerpt from The Art of M&A, Fifth Edition: A Merger, Acquisition, and Buyout Guide by Alexandra Reed Lajoux
The due diligence process begins from the moment a buyer senses a possible acquisition opportunity. The buyer then starts to examine the information that is readily available at this early time about the company.......
July 30, 2024
The Art of M&A® / Postmerger Integration and Divestitures
An excerpt from The Art of M&A, Sixth Edition: A Merger, Acquisition, and Buyout Guide by Alexandra Reed Lajoux
What are some general guidelines for managing human resources after a merger? Following a merger, acquirers need to integrate specific groups of people, such as sales teams, senior management teams, and.....