Post-acquisition integration

Nour Ghaddar and Nicola Mirc

Chapter 121 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 326-328 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter explores post-acquisition integration strategies based on the balance between strategic interdependence and organizational autonomy. Frameworks like Haspeslagh and Jemison's matrix are discussed, emphasizing integration's role in creating synergies while mitigating risks of cultural clashes and resistance. The chapter underscores the dynamic, evolving nature of integration processes and the importance of strategic alignment in maximizing value creation.

Keywords: Degree of integration; Post-acquisition integration; Integration depth; Autonomy; Interdependence; Symbiosis; Absorption; Preservation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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