The hidden cost of culture in mergers & acquisitions

You know a great company culture when you come across it, you feel a commitment to a common purpose, shared support and belonging. New forces post-covid are having a renewed impact on culture change, especially when you consider this as part of an M&A environment.
Cultural awareness should be a guiding principle in early-stage M&A conversations. This means understanding both organisations’ culture and thinking carefully about potential opportunities and likely challenges. If culture is ignored or downplayed, M&A journeys can result in significant value loss. If we don’t focus on this then the value expected from a deal will be diluted by the hidden cost of culture.