Strategy
Developing a strategy that leverages the competition position of both firms and optimizes costs.Products
In some cases, products are integrated. For example, a robotics firm might acquire an artificial intelligence firm in order to integrate their software into products.Structure
Combining organizational structures such as two IT departments.Culture
Developing a common set of norms, expectations, habits and values. Differences in corporate culture can easily descend into counterproductive office politics.Capabilities
Integrating business capabilities in order to reduce duplication of effort.Processes
Integrating business processes or choosing one process over another. For example, establishing single processes in areas such as human resources and financial controls.Policy & Procedure
A consistent set of rules and practices in areas such as human resources or customer service.Systems
Integrating systems or reducing duplication of systems.Data
Integrating data such as customer and product data.Knowledge
Combining knowledge assets such as content management systems and key documents.| Overview: Merger Integration | ||
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Definition | Combining and restructuring a business to realize value from a merger or acquisition. | |
Also Known As | Post-merger Integration | |
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