M&A Cultural Integration

In the dynamic global marketplace, companies continue to use mergers and acquisitions to expand their presence in key emerging growth markets. To truly create shareholder value, there needs to be effective integration of company culture and employees.  We partner with management on both sides of the acquisition to deeply understand and identify the cultural challenges, both at an organizational and national cultural level.  IOR Cultural Integration Consulting increases the efficiency of the cross-border acquisition and offers real value to companies by educating management on the cultural differences up front and providing a framework for smoother integration of the workforce.

Country & Regional Briefings

Strategic acquisitions in different countries or regions require an understanding of the local culture and business environment.  IOR’s detailed briefings give you critical insights into important business and social trends as well as negotiation strategies needed for merger success.

Cultural Due Diligence

IOR’s cultural due diligence process uses a variety of assessment tools which measure work styles, attitudes and behaviors that impact the business environment.  We can help you anticipate, understand and manage the potential cultural challenges of merging companies.  We also partner with you to establish a strategy and framework for cultural integration once the deal advances.

Onboarding & Cultural Integration

Once the deal is complete, employees are entering a new culture.  In some cases, employees from one company must join the culture of another.  Oftentimes, an entirely new company culture is created and everyone must learn how to work together.  IOR’s onboarding and cultural integration services help you clearly identify the important workplace behaviors required in the new culture and then communicate and coach those behaviors throughout the organization.  We help you engage and retain the talent required to advance the goals of the new company.