Integration

Successful post-merger integration demands more than theoretical frameworks – it requires leaders who have actually delivered results. Catalant gives you direct access to veteran integration Experts who have led transformative mergers from both sides of the table: as senior consultants at top firms and as corporate executives. This unique combination of advisory and operational expertise enables our Experts to navigate the complex realities of integration while delivering lasting value through:

Seamless integration planning and execution

Value maximization

Sustainable change management

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Approach

Driving Integration Success for Maximum Value Creation

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Operational Due Diligence

We help you uncover opportunities and risks by conducting comprehensive operational assessments pre-close. This includes analyzing key functions (finance, operations, IT, HR) and identifying cultural, operational, and systems gaps. The outcome is a data-driven foundation for integration and synergy planning.

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Integration Planning

We develop a tailored integration roadmap, focusing on Day 1 readiness and setting the stage for a seamless transition. This includes establishing the Integration Management Office (IMO), governance frameworks, and functional-level integration plans that align with key value drivers.

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Post-Close Execution Support

From Day 1 to Day 100 and beyond, we support both IMO activities and functional integration efforts. Our approach ensures operational continuity, alignment with strategic goals, and talent retention. This includes managing organizational changes, coordinating systems integration, and executing communication strategies.

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Post-Integration Optimization & Synergy Capture

We focus on delivering measurable value by monitoring performance against key metrics and tracking synergy realization. Lessons-learned workshops and tailored action plans embed best practices and ensure ongoing success.

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Integration in Action

Multinational Manufacturer Merger
More Success Stories

Problem

Two multinational manufacturers merged with a goal to expand market presence and streamline operations, but faced challenges integrating supply chains, IT systems, and leadership teams.

Action

Conducted a comprehensive supply chain integration, consolidating warehouses and standardizing procurement processes. Mapped cultural differences between organizations, creating a unified mission and values framework to align leadership and workforce. Implemented an IT roadmap that unified ERP systems across the enterprise, reducing redundancies and improving reporting accuracy.

Results

As a result, the client achieved 120% of targeted synergies within 18 months and accelerated time-to-market for new products. In addition:

 

  • Consolidation achieved $15M in cost synergies
  • Employee satisfaction rose by 25% 
  • Realized an $8M revenue boost in the first year post-merge

 

IMO for Large Food Manufacturer

A large PE-backed food manufacturing company needed a second-in-charge to support the Integration Management Office as it prepared to close on an acquisition (a carve-out from another business) and begin the integration process. They needed an experienced integration consultant to provide extra bandwidth, provide executional support and act as an extension of the VP of IMO to help drive consistency across stakeholders and initiatives. With this support, the integration ran smoothly and did not negatively impact “business as usual.”

Integration Management for PE-backed Healthcare Acquisitions

A health services client faced the complex challenge of integrating six sequential acquisitions, each involving the coordination of multiple business functions. By building a detailed plan from sign to close and outlining the roadmap for the first 100 days post-acquisition and overseeing an Integration Management Office, we successfully integrated key business functions, developed strategic communications, and maintained operations across the organizations.

$75M in Value in Logistics-Robotics Merger

A $1.2B logistics company acquired a $400M robotics firm and faced critical challenges in IT compatibility and engineering talent retention. Our comprehensive 12-week integration program delivered transformative results, including $25M in annual cost synergies captured; 90% retention of critical engineering talent; $50M in incremental revenue generated; Unified platform launched within six months; Zero disruption to core business operations.

Our Experts

Featured Integration Experts

Myles M.

Ex-Deloitte M&A leader, 30+ deals, buy & sell side

Day-one readiness expert skilled in people strategy, op-model and org design, culture transformation, change management, and large-scale program management.

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Yvonne G.

Ex-FTI partner, EY Parthenon, expert in mid- and large-scale deals

Deep experience in carve-outs and post-merger integration across Private Equity and Corporate sectors.

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Jason M.

Ex-Bain, deep experience in integration

Focuses on seamless integration, delivering transformation strategies that align operations and unlock synergies post-merger.

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Eric P.

Ex-Altman Solon, former Head of Strategy at Nuance Communications

Specializes in private equity and public market transaction support from pipeline development to post-merger integration.

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