(348c) Merger…What…Who?

Why do most mergers fail? This is a fundamental question. Very seldom is a successful new organization created as a result of a merger. Legacies of the old organizations and underestimation of human dynamics, lead to mediocre compromises, as the emotions, needs and concerns of the involved people are consistently neglected. Of course, it is easier to start a new company. If a merger is necessary, then the important factors impacting the outcome need to be considered. These factors are the subject of this discussion.