John Coffey

Chapter 1 – Mergers and acquisitions — in search of the Golden Fleece

Acknowledgements List of figures Part one - In search of the golden fleece: merger and acquisition strategy The human and organizational aspects of change Part two - Starting the search: prospecting and evaluation, the Articon-Integralis case study part I Legal aspects of mergers Preparing to set sail: transition planning, the Articon-Integralis case study part II Designing in the value: integration initiative design Delivering the value: transition management, the Articon-Integralis case study part III Part three - Communicating with effect Retaining staff loyalty Creating the new organizational culture The role of HR The role of line managers in mergers Conclusion: reaping the benefits of mergers and acquisitions Glossary of terms Index.