Mergers and Acquisitions Assessing Information Technology Critical Ingredient for Success
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Mergers and Acquisitions: The Crucial Role of Information Technology
Summary
Understanding the software assets of merging companies is vital to the success of any merger or acquisition.Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are often complex and high-pressure endeavors, requiring swift decisions about financing, due diligence, and stakeholder engagement. Unfortunately, integrating the information technology (IT) systems of the involved companies often receives less attention than it should.
Importance of IT in M&A
A thorough understanding of each company's software assets is crucial. It ensures that the technology is correctly titled, scalable, and primed for future growth. Addressing these key software questions can significantly influence the success of an M&A deal:
- Are both companies using compatible operating systems?
- Can critical databases be effectively merged?
- Which applications are accessible to all employees?
Implementing a robust software asset management strategy not only promotes successful integration but can also lead to cost savings and clearer business operations. Here are steps to assess IT assets before merging:
Steps for IT Integration
1. Policy Review: Examine the existing software policies of both companies, covering purchase, deployment, and usage. Develop unified policies for the new entity. The Business Software Alliance offers a [template](http://www.bsa.org/resources/upload/Sample-Organization-Software-Policy.doc) for guidance.
2. Software Inventory: Employ software-inventory tools to identify installed software across all devices, ensure legal compliance, and understand current usage.
3. License Verification: Confirm that all software is legally licensed to prevent post-merger legal issues by matching installed software to purchased licenses.
4. Ongoing Management Plan: Use the combined software inventories as a foundation to create a long-term software management strategy for the merged entity.
Benefits of IT Integration
Implementing sound policies from acquisition through deployment and eventual software retirement ensures smooth IT operations. This practice not only enhances the merged company’s competitive advantage but also maximizes technology investments, reduces costs, and improves overall product and service quality.
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