CHECKLIST

Mergers & Acquisitions

The Essential Technology Checklist

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are challenging endeavours even for the most prepared organisations. When considering the many aspects involved, it’s easy to overlook how critical IT infrastructure is to overall success.

Improper IT management for M&As can lead to operational disruptions, cyber security vulnerabilities, compliance concerns and financial loss.

BITS Technology Group has proven experience in ensuring that organisations are equipped to manage the technological integration necessary to avoid these pitfalls and build a solid foundation for future growth through IT.

Through our experience and expertise, we have developed this invaluable checklist that allows organisations to assess their readiness and comprehensively plan for a successful M&A venture.

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Key Areas

Pre-Merger Due Diligence

A successful merger starts with thorough due diligence. The included steps cover the tech stacks used and IPs, as well as contracts and agreements in place, and should ensure a solid cybersecurity posture. Additionally, evaluating regulatory compliance and operational readiness helps mitigate risk and prepares both companies for a smooth transition.

Post-Merger Implementation

This phase consolidates IT systems to ensure service continuity post-merger, upholding governance and compliance. This is where the opportunity lies to cement relations with the acquired entity further and provide more comprehensive support and protection than before the change of hands. With ongoing audits and optimisation playing key roles, this phase is critical for the merged entity’s long-term success.

Integration Planning and Strategy

Adopting a comprehensive integration strategy is the smart play for aligning your IT systems and capabilities with your business goals. This phase focuses on data, network compatibility, and managing application integration. Knowing what is ahead of you during a changeover will enable a seamless transition and continued operations.

Risk Management and Contingencies

Effective risk management during a merger involves safeguarding IPs, renegotiating vendor contracts, and defining key performance metrics (KPIs). These are essential measures of success to ensure that business objectives have been integrated and costs have been optimised.

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