Having conducted an analysis of the external environment your company has decided to embark on an acquisitions strategy in order to diversify its product portfolio. Having identified a suitable underperforming company at a ‘bargain’ price your job is to integrate it into you’re your existing business portfolio.

How do you go about ensuring maximum returns and minimum disruption from your new venture? You should consider how the employees from both companies will be affected and give thought to how you might capitalise on the strengths and weaknesses of both internal offerings.