Trace Gordon 
Some organizations have strict security policies, with processes and budgets in place to ensure that all devices, apps, networks and even the physical security perimeter are secure from threats. However, some organizations only go so far as to create the illusion that their assets are secure when in reality, they are not. This is called … Read more
Learn how understanding integration communication and keeping all communications streamlined and secure can help your next M&A deal go smoothly.
Vertical mergers are a common business practice, and many of the largest corporations today are the result of vertical mergers. Knowing the subtleties of this type of transaction will help in any future M&A activity.
Private equity and venture capital transactions are often highly complex. While there may be fewer legal documents involved than if the companies were public, there is still much to review during the due diligence process to validate or confirm certain details for the transaction to proceed. Indeed, dozens and sometimes hundreds of professionals might be … Read more
Understanding the complete picture of a company’s assets and equity, in addition to liabilities and other obligations, is essential when bankers, lawyers, accountants and other professionals are performing due diligence in a strategic merger and acquisition (M&A) transaction. While assets and equity both refer to value or ownership within a company, they are quite different. … Read more
What is an acquisitions manager? An acquisitions manager oversees a company’s purchasing activities, especially as they relate to the acquisition process or the buying of the assets of other companies in mergers and acquisitions (M&As). An acquisitions manager must take steps to ensure the profitability of each deal as well as the successful merger between … Read more
While not all M&As are successful, understanding modern acquisition strategies can help businesses better predict outcomes.
Mergers are often difficult to make sense of. Of course, the company owners or investors want to cash out at some point, but rarely are companies mergers of equals. While press releases and newspaper articles might mention “growth” or a “strategic acquisition,” oftentimes, it’s anything but. The acquiring company does all but dissolve the company … Read more
Business transactions, especially ones where investments are to be made, require all types of documentation and paperwork. Many of these are fluid documents — meaning things on them will be changed during the course of negotiations. One of these important documents is a term sheet, which both parties require during the business dealing. What Is … Read more
When you’re attempting to sell your company to a prospective buyer, or trying to secure financing from potential investors, there are a lot of moving parts that have to be dealt with. Among the many other issues is that of documentation — the various types that are needed to move the transaction along. One of … Read more
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