Advice for CEOs

You’ve closed the acquisition deal. Now what? Many companies sign on the dotted line and immediately begin overhauling systems, operations, HR, customer relationship functions, etc.. But, if you want to secure a high return on your investment in this new company, you would likely benefit from a more patient, strategic approach when it comes to the early days of post-acquisition integration.

Change is hard. If you’ve been through a merger or acquisition, you know how many challenges can arise when you’re going through a transition. And, while it’s imperative that you conduct comprehensive due diligence before you invest in a new company, today’s competitive landscape often requires the completion of due diligence faster than ever before.

Especially since the recovery from the Great Recession, one frequently hears—from company executives, business news shows, and local Chamber of Commerce meetings--some version of the following: “Companies have many open positions they need to fill to grow their business, but just can't find the qualified talent."