strategy+business: RESTRUCTURING & INTEGRATIONManaging mergers and acquisitions for success, including detailed insight into recent examples of corporate integrationBeyond License Acquisitions- June 26, 2007 In the fragmented telecom sector of the Middle East and North Africa, a positive economic outlook, along with ongoing telecom market liberalization, points to continued growth. However, as new license issuances grow scarce, and organic growth becomes more difficult, the current wave of consolidation will likely accelerate. Companies adept at creating synergies between regional operations are positioned to weather this next phase successfully, while many localized players will probably be...http://www.boozallen.com/media/file/Beyond_License_Acquisitions.pdf Seven Reasons Divestitures are Harder than You Think- June 26, 2007 Divesting noncore businesses is often an attractive option for executives, especially while the market remains flooded with buyers sitting on piles of cash. But divestiture poses more challenges than most people realize, and it often has a negative impact on not only the divested entity, but the seller. It can be worth the trouble. But companies looking to make a sale should understand these seven key hurdles before moving forward.http://www.boozallen.com/media/file/Seven_Reasons_Divestitures.pdf Why Wait for Trouble- June 18, 2007 A turnaround specialist from Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, one of the largest private equity firms in the world, articulates the three vital questions he uses to diagnose ailing companies. But why wait for a crisis By understanding these diagnostic tools, leaders of healthy companies can identify problems before they become critical--and keep the turnaround artists at bay.http://www.strategy-business.com/press/article/07202?gko=df540 |