In many deals, technology is still regarded as the problem child. Something to deal with as opposed to one of the best ways to create value.
A merger or acquisition is an opportunity to cover significant ground in a short period.
It’s all about value at a faster clip. Companies that treat it as such, from a technology perspective, reap the benefits.
There is one action we see, again and again, contribute to success. The best serial dealmakers don’t just create the M&A vision. They share it broadly across the C-suite to align all areas of the company.
This way, the CIO organization has a clear view into desired end states and can optimize for the best synergy scenarios. With this guide in hand, they can make selective bets on where to make fundamental changes in the tech architecture to be frontrunners in the industry.