Avoid M&A assimilation heartburn: an actionable model for cultural due diligence and integration

Abstract

Purpose

This paper offers an approach to deal with the value destruction caused when culturally incompatible organizations merge.

Design/methodology/approach

A field-tested Cultural Comparison and Integration Model is demonstrated. 10;

Findings

The model illustrates how managers can compare and integrate cultures of combining firms using “cultural levers”.

Practical implications

A case example of the model in practice is included.

Originality/value

The model has been tested in a large and medium size organizations in a variety of industries and nationalities.

Citation

Galpin, T. (2019), "Avoid M&A assimilation heartburn: an actionable model for cultural due diligence and integration", Strategy & Leadership, Vol. 47 No. 4, pp. 20-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/SL-04-2019-0054