Intro

What is integration pain?

DealRoom

Pain Management Part 1

Have you tried an upfront therapy session with business leaders on both sides?

Pain Management Part 2

Do you have a philosophy around a heavy headed integration vs a light touch integration plan depending on the size of the acquisition, or do you use the same framework?

Pain Management Summary

Managing Integration

Tips for Handling Distressed Entities' Acquisitions

When should you start planning for integration?

Strategies for Re-energizing Post-merger Integration Efforts

Realigning Your Integration Strategy When Things go South

What are some indicators that an integration is over and successful? What are some indicators that the integration needs more time?

The Biggest Lesson Learned from Integration

Choosing the Right Consultant for M&A Integration

Who owns the PNL during integration?

Why is selling "internally" so important? Why is sharing the investment theory not enough?

Scaling Your Integration Approach for Smaller Acquisitions

Tracking Progress and Measuring Success During M&A Integration

How do you know if your integration plan that was created pre-close is no longer within scope? How do you course correct?

Key Diligence Questions for Identifying Integration Challenges

Handling Integration Between Companies with Vastly Different Regulatory Requirements

How do you bring in other funcitons during integration, while still respecting the deal team's need for confidentiality?

Hiring Your First FTE

Building an M&A Center of Excellence

How does integration impact the deal model?

Importance of Financial Deal Models in M&A Integration Planning