Acquire, ally or merge? The best strategies for successful growth

Abstract

Purpose

To provide a concise briefing on the most topical issues and relevant implications from the top 400 management publications in the world.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the argument in context.

Findings

“When to ally & when to acquire” seeks to provide a guide as to whether collaboration should take the form of an acquisition, an equity alliance or a non‐equity alliance. “The drivers of success in post‐merger integration” argues that the lack of a well‐planned post‐merger integration strategy is responsible for many failed mergers. “Deep change – how operational innovation can transform your company” discusses a US‐based auto insurance company, Progressive Insurance.

Originality/value

Provides implementable strategies and practical thinking that has influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Citation

(2005), "Acquire, ally or merge? The best strategies for successful growth", Strategic Direction, Vol. 21 No. 1, pp. 19-21. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540510571700