One of the biggest post-transaction challenges in M&A is how to effectively integrate different organisations into a coherent entity capable of delivering the expected return on investment. It is estimated that half of all M&A transactions fail to deliver because of the integration difficulties faced in the post-transaction phase.
Early integration planning is therefore vital. Those organisations that begin integration planning at the due diligence stage have a head start towards value generation in the long term. Sadly however prudent integration planning is all too often neglected, particularly in the case of IT.
We can assist your organisation in maximising the chances of a successful M&A through the provision of our early IT integration planning service. Our Pre-Investment Audit provides an excellent primary input, identifying the key issues and opportunities that will need to be taken into account during the planning process. In addition our integration planning service helps you to:
- Create an IT integration plan designed to fully support the strategic business objectives of the M&A transaction
- Identify key integration activities, timeframes, milestones and risks
- Evaluate the resources required for successful implementation of the plan
- Establish an appropriate internal integration team with defined roles and responsibilities to drive the integration programme to a successful conclusion
In addition to IT issues, integration will also involve wider considerations such as corporate culture, management skills, organisation structure, change management and communication. Using our extensive network of specialist associates we can provide a comprehensive range of services to fully address the spectrum of issues you are likely to have to deal with during your integration journey.
For more information on our Integration Planning services please contact us via any of the channels provided on our Contact Us page.