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How to Improve Your M&A Process Using Agile [Must Read]
Kison Patel’s new book *Agile M&A* proposes a project‑management framework that brings responsiveness, collaboration, and continuous improvement to the traditionally rigid M&A process. In a recent interview, Patel explains how techniques such as backlogs, short stand‑up meetings, and cross‑functional squads can accelerate deal execution and reduce failure rates. He cites validation from large corporates like Google, which already apply agile methods to corporate‑development activities. The approach emphasizes leadership‑driven cultural change, early‑stage adoption, and a people‑focused mindset to deliver more value from complex transactions.
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When to Work With Private Sellers Versus Advisors in M&A
National Express has completed roughly 30 acquisitions of family‑owned transportation firms, largely by contacting private sellers directly. The company balances the benefits of broker‑mediated deals—more organized processes—with the flexibility of unrepresented negotiations, where early valuation ranges help manage inflated seller...
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Top 10 DealRoom Platform Tips to Elevate Your Dealmaking
DealRoom released a practical guide outlining ten actionable tips to streamline M&A deal management. The advice ranges from creating reusable template rooms and assigning stakeholder followers to leveraging dynamic work‑lists, audit logs, and automated dashboard reports. By optimizing document handling,...
Why You Should Focus Less on Cost Synergies During PMI
In a recent podcast, Anirvan Sen of Fifth Chrome argues that post‑merger integration should prioritize growth capabilities and revenue synergies over traditional cost‑cutting targets. He advocates a blueprint‑style integration plan that starts at the strategy stage, mapping key customer journeys...
4 Vital Steps to Become an M&A Analyst
The guide breaks down how recent graduates can land a coveted M&A analyst role, outlining core responsibilities such as valuations, research, and memorandum preparation. It details the educational background most banks prefer, from finance and economics to engineering, and recommends...
M&A Trends: Outlook for Healthcare, Tech, Banking, & More
Mergers and acquisitions in 2026 are being reshaped by several converging forces. Artificial intelligence is streamlining due‑diligence, while ESG considerations are increasingly factored into valuations and integration plans. Cross‑border activity is surging, especially in Asia‑Pacific, and private‑equity firms are expanding...
The Top Five M&A Books Recommended By Experts
The article curates five must‑read M&A titles, ranging from the classic leveraged‑buyout saga *Barbarians at the Gate* to the modern, process‑driven *Agile M&A*. It highlights each book’s unique angle—deal psychology, agile execution, deep valuation, strategic analysis, and comprehensive integration guidance....
How to Drive Change Management During M&A Integration
Mergers and acquisitions are fundamentally change initiatives, yet many firms neglect dedicated change management. Appointing a specialized change manager transforms integration from ad‑hoc tasks into a value‑creation engine, especially after the deal closes. A proven methodology—interviews, surveys, reporting, action plans,...
Private Equity Roll-Up Strategy: Complete Guide
A private‑equity roll‑up consolidates multiple small firms in fragmented industries to create a larger, more efficient platform. The strategy hinges on selecting sectors with stable cash flows, acquiring a platform company, and adding bolt‑on targets while standardizing operations. Benefits include...
Buy-Side M&A Process (The 7 Fundamental Steps Explained)
The article outlines a Buyer‑Led M&A™ framework that restructures the buy‑side acquisition journey into seven disciplined steps, from strategic target list creation to post‑merger integration. It emphasizes intentional deal sourcing, a unified data platform, and parallel diligence‑integration planning to achieve...