The Morning After: Making Corporate Mergers Work After The Deal Is Sealed

Despite the economic downturn, the corporate marriage frenzy continues to proceed at fever pitch, as companies reach beyond their traditional boundaries to gain access to resources, expertise, and markets. But after the ink is dry, most experiments in corporate acquisition fail to live up to expectations. In The Morning After, Stephen and Shannon Rye Wall showcase dozens of cases to identify the seven common myths and misconceptions of mergers and offer a wealth of concrete tools for leading and sustaining successful collaborations.