The process of postmerger integration: A review and agenda for future research

Melissa E. Graebner, Koen H. Heimeriks, Quy Nguyen Huy, Eero Vaara

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Abstract

Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) continue to be prevalent despite frequently yielding disappointing outcomes. Postmerger integration plays a critical role in M&A success, yet many questions about M&A implementation remain unanswered. In this article, we review research on postmerger integration, which we organize around strategic integration, sociocultural integration, and experience and learning. We then lay out a research agenda that centers on expanding our understanding of processual dynamics in postmerger integration. We focus on opportunities related to temporality, decision-making, practices and tools, and emotionality.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1-32
Number of pages32
JournalAcademy of Management Annals
Volume11
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2017
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Business and International Management
  • Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

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