Mergers & Acquisitions
Regardless of whether it's a “match made in heaven” or a “hostile takeover”:
Two are combined into one with the goal of making more out of the combination than the sum of the parts. But this doesn't happen on its own. In many cases the desired effect (“what belongs together, will grow together,” Willy Brandt), because processes are not properly coordinated, “corporate culture” remains an empty concept and human resistance hinders the cooperation.
In order to make the synergies of a merger / acquisition fully utilisable, a change process of well-planned, clearly conceived of steps is needed. These should already be launched before the merger takes place. The goal is to unify the different processes and different cultures with one another. Only then will a successful new whole be shaped which will be supported by all parties concerned.
We make our experience from a range of corporate mergers / acquisitions available to you in order that you can reap the benefits of a successful corporate marriage.