Integration Support

While M&A experts pay plenty of attention to the legal and the financial side of the deal, the transaction stands and falls on the strength of the human capital. A multitude of research and studies have concluded that approximately 80% of all mergers fail to meet pre-merger expectations. In almost all situations, this failure is attributable to an ill conceived integration plan and a lack of attention to the human and cultural dimension.

Having first hand experience with post-merger integration efforts, our principals at KDS Capital has developed a good understanding of what works and what does not. A well conceived and managed integration plan, or “game plan”, is key to minimize operational disruption, unlocking company value, managing employee morale, and retaining current customers. By soliciting us, you will receive advice and support on:

• How to structure and develop an integration plan.
• Critical human elements and management issues that has to be addresses.
• Communication flow processes and needs.
• How to unlock non-traditional value drivers such as cultural enhancements and brand equity.

Always remember, a well conceived “game plan” will reduce anxiety, bring the merged companies together as one, allow the acquirer to realize expected synergies, and re-energize the new company as a whole.