Managing cultural fit post-merger

The video discusses the challenges and strategies involved in merging two IT companies with different cultures. The speaker emphasizes the importance of selecting the best person for each role, regardless of their original organization, to build a successful team. This approach led to significant business growth. The speaker advises against succumbing to political pressures and stresses the importance of cultural fit in post-merger management.

What was the initial challenge faced by the speaker after the acquisition?

• Expanding into new markets

• Reducing operational costs

• Integrating two different product lines

• Merging two indirect channel teams

What was the key strategy used to form a successful team?

• Prioritizing seniority over skills

• Focusing on cost reduction

• Retaining all original team members

• Choosing the best person for the job

What was the outcome of the team-building strategy?

• An 18% year-on-year business growth

• A decline in team morale

• A decrease in business growth

• A stable business with no growth

What advice does the speaker give for managing cultural fit post-merger?

• Choose the best person for the job

• Prioritize cost-cutting measures

• Focus on political reasons for team selection

• Retain the original team structure

What pressure might one face from senior management during a merger?

• To expand into new markets

• To pick people for political reasons

• To reduce the workforce

• To increase product lines