The Impact of Trust on the Organizational Merger Process

Abstract

This is a qualitative study of eight merged organizations. They consist of a unique sector, namely Catholic men's religious provinces. The study attempts to determine characteristics of successful mergers by understanding the processes and dynamics of mergers when membership needs to be involved and in some cases give approval of the merger. Regardless of the initiation of the merger or the processes utilized it appears that three factors and one result bring about success. A clear mission-driven purpose, authentic leadership, and inclusive engagement are essential elements of any process. They set the path for building trust among members and organizations, which may result in organizational renewal.

Citation

Michalenko, P. (2010), "The Impact of Trust on the Organizational Merger Process", Pasmore, W.A., (Rami) Shani, A.B. and Woodman, R.W. (Ed.) Research in Organizational Change and Development (Research in Organizational Change and Development, Vol. 18), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 279-314. https://doi.org/10.1108/S0897-3016(2010)0000018012