About Blueprint of a Takeover German Mittelstand companies are coveted acquisition targets of
American companies. And a sale can have serious ramifications for German companies. This book
lays out a systematic approach designed to help you master and to gain your employees support
for and during the post-merger integration process. This tried and tested approach is
predicated on nine elements ranging from the initial assessment to new routines. It addresses
core issues such as accounting SOX and the unspoken rules of working with Americans.
Numerous real-word examples and tips help readers navigate their new day-to-day reality post
takeover. This book lays out ways new American parent companies can prepare their takeovers
and shows how post-merger integration can succeed on both sides of the pond. Key takeaways
Why German companies are so attractive to American companies. The major fears and obstacles
post acquisition. The blueprint of a takeover and its secret to success. Post-merger
integration as a change process. What will guarantee your takeover's failure and what you
should do instead.
