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Mark Aslett
Jan 31, 20241 min read
Article 4: The Case for Market Adaptability. Are 'Big Bang' M&As Yesterday's Strategy? Why Smaller Deals Keep You Ahead of the Curve
One big acquisition can pigeonhole you into a specific market or technology, even as the industry evolves. Quick Pivots : Smaller...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 30, 20241 min read
Article 3: Capital Allocation Unveiled. Why 'Big Bang' M&As are a Financial Straitjacket
"Big Bang" acquisitions can often lead to poor capital allocation, tying up resources that could be more effectively deployed elsewhere....
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Mark Aslett
Jan 25, 20241 min read
Article 2: Mastering Integration Efficacy. The Titanic Paradox: Why 'Big Bang' M&As Sink Under the Weight of Their Own Ambitions
We've all seen it—a colossal acquisition announced with great fanfare, only to implode during the integration phase. CEOs and board...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 24, 20241 min read
Article 1: Unpacking Risk Mitigation. Russian Roulette or Strategic Play? How Frequent M&As Disperse Risk
For CEOs and board directors, managing risk is part and parcel of the corporate playbook. Yet, when it comes to M&As, some still gamble...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 19, 20241 min read
Death by 'Big Bang': Why Frequent, Smaller M&As Outshine One Massive Deal
The allure of a 'Big Bang' acquisition is undeniable. A quick, decisive move that immediately catapults you into new markets or sectors...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 16, 20241 min read
Article 3: Cultural Compatibility in M&A: Ignore at Your Own Peril
M&A transactions can be complicated, but nothing adds complexity like the human element. As high-ranking executives in the technology and...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 16, 20241 min read
Article 2: Due Diligence in M&A: Why Skipping Homework is a Big Mistake
In the high-stakes world of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), "due diligence" is often touted but not always executed to perfection. As...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 16, 20241 min read
Article 1: Strategic Alignment in M&A: Why it’s the Unseen Force Behind Successful Deals
If M&A was just a numbers game, accountants would be running the world. Strategic alignment is the linchpin that turns a good deal into a...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 16, 20242 min read
Mastering the Art of M&A: 5 Key Strategies for Dynamic Growth and Risk Management
In the world of business, growth can be exhilarating and precarious in equal measure. The path to transformational growth is littered...
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