The current environment in which we are now operating is, by default, leading towards more and more mergers, acquisitions and divestments being investigated. Once the strategic decision has been taken to go on one of these journeys it is imperative that Business Continuity Management is involved as soon as possible.
There are a number of strategic decisions that can be taken such as:-
- To sell all or part of the company to a similar provider
- To exit the country in which it is currently operating
- To merge the business with a similar provider
- To slowly wind-down a particular part of the business
All of the above will have an impact on being able to continue Business As Usual. Of course the long-term financial goals will need to be met, but there may actually be some financial benefits which may be recognised in the shorter term. Not having to renew 3rd party provider contracts perhaps. By the acquiring of another company, which brings in more locations, offering more opportunities to reciprocate across multiple sites.
There are of course some things to be mindful of throughout the initiative and of course some pit-falls to watch out for.
KEY BCM Consultancy Limited has had international experience in dealing with Mergers/Acquisitions and Divestments across many different cultures, dealing with different regulators. If you would like to know more on how we can help your business go through such initiatives smoothly then please do not hesitate to contact us.
In addition, we will be speaking at the BCI World Conference on this very subject. The dates is 9th/10th November 2011. For more details please visit the BCI website at:
The BCI World Conference 2011