By Rick Sloop
After a merger or acquisition takes place, there is often speculation about the cultural fit of the two companies coming together; for example, the media and stakeholders ask whether or not the smaller company will be enveloped by the larger one and whether the deal will help or hinder the growth of the companies involved.
Taking the decision to merge two companies or to acquire an industry specialist is one of the most challenging scenarios a business can face. When organisations are brought together no department, manager or employee is left unaffected. Everyone involved has to suddenly adjust to new work practices, internal processes, IT systems and a combined company vision.
With a new challenge ahead of him, Adrian Howe reveals why he joined Six Degrees Group as corporate finance director and where his input will aid future growth.
