It's time to reflect on the value realised from your last deal

Given the large volume of merger and acquisition activity over the past few years, it is timely for Board and Executives to pause and reflect on whether value has been realised.

After the 'thrill of the deal' has taken place, it is easy to become complacent and hope things will sort themselves out.

Post the initial diligence activity, deals take significant effort to plan and implement effectively.

Prior to your next deal, it is worthwhile reflecting on the past successes, failures, and learnings to take forward.

In my experience organisations are not investing sufficient time beyond financial due diligence to assess 'fit', culture and what is required to plan and implement. Failure to do this well, means promised deal value is seldom realised.