Start Acquisition Planning Early for Success
Not all acquisitions live up to potential…
Poor post-deal execution quickly erodes value.
Having an effective plan prepared in advance increases success chances.
FOR EXITING OWNERS:
🔸 Retention. Strategy to retain key staff through transition.
🔸 Knowledge. Documentation and transfer of critical processes, methods and know-how.
🔸 Communication. Informed narrative to maintain staff morale.
🔸 Transition. Support during handover of finance, strategy, clients, operations.
FOR ACQUIRERS:
🔸 100-Day Plan. Detailed first steps covering operations, systems, culture.
🔸 Synergies. Identify and prioritise efficiency and growth areas.
🔸 Leadership. Get management collaborating quickly and effectively.
🔸 Marketing. Interrelationship between entities.
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