Private equity firms and serial acquirers often excel at planning the financial and operational aspects of a merger. Yet, too many mergers fall short of expectations or even fail not because the financial planning was wrong, but because buyers paid too little attention to the true drivers of change - the people. 

The next article of the “Unlocking Success in M&A” series provides an expert insight into how a well-managed cultural and leadership integration can accelerate synergies, drive innovation and create a high-achieving organisation.  

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“Unlocking Success in M&A” is a thought leadership series by the Private Equity and Performance Improvement Carve-Out and Mergers and Integrations team at Alvarez and Marsal (A&M). The series provides invaluable insights and strategies to navigate the complexities of mergers and carve-outs, ensuring your business remains competitive and successful in the ever-evolving market landscape. Click to read the previous article “Examination of Private Equity “Carve-Outs” by the European Commission: What you need to know”