The Importance of Effective PMI Design
Effective Post-Merger Integration (PMI) design is crucial for the success of a corporate acquisition. A well-thought-out PMI strategy ensures optimal synergy utilization, overcomes cultural differences, and facilitates a smooth integration, thereby creating long-term value for all stakeholders.
Integration Design
Effective PMI design is crucial for the success of a corporate acquisition. AdEx’s integration approach encompasses all business areas, with a special focus on sequencing the integration plan, effective change management, and IT integration to ensure optimal merging. In the initial phase, the acquired company is “only” affiliated to allow time for detailed planning and successful integration. This approach ensures the full realization of synergies and profit potentials.
PMI Execution
Following the design phase, the integration plan is implemented. At AdEx, we combine our extensive project management expertise with deep industry knowledge to optimize the leadership of the integration project. Our approach includes detailed stakeholder management, precise project planning, continuous reporting, controlling, and effective risk management. This combination ensures a seamless and efficient transition to normal operations.
PMI of Scale/Scope
During post-merger integration, it is crucial not to lose sight of the primary goal of the acquisition to ensure the specific focus of the integration on achieving economies of scale or expanding the product or service offering (scope). AdEx supports you in realizing the value creation, synergies, and growth potential identified during the acquisition. We bridge the gap between the M&A strategy and the ongoing PMI project to ensure a successful integration.
“In every merger, it is crucial not only to unite the numbers but also the people. We place great emphasis on actively involving key personnel and teams in the integration process to create human synergies beyond the financial aspects. Our goal is to foster a corporate culture that reflects the goals and values of both companies.”
Tanja Herzig, AdEx Partners
Our project reference: Chemical company
The PMI/harmonization of business processes (ERP template) includes the integration of several historically acquired companies into the global business process framework. AdEx Partners led the definition of the global SAP templates for all business areas, including procurement, sales, production, and logistics. This template was implemented worldwide in the ERP and Salesforce.com backbone. Additionally, the new IT service management was defined based on ITIL to ensure efficient and standardized IT service delivery.