Mergers & Acquisitions
Mercer is the global leader in advising clients on the people issues resulting from transactions including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, initial public offerings, spin-offs, divestitures, start-ups and business transformations. Through our dedicated, experienced M&A consultants deployed in more than 40 countries, we help clients realize the value of their deals through their people. At each stage, from pre-target through integration and execution, Mercer partners with each client to bring clarity to the business context; to provide analytical support and proprietary tools for all people-related policies and programs; to provide guidance in managing and deploying the workforce; and to ensure that business goals are met.
Case Study
Achieving joint venture synergies sooner
Two of the largest media and electronics firms in the world were struggling with declining sales, shrinking profit margins, technology concerns and other issues unique to the industry. Separately, their futures would be in jeopardy. Together, they'd have the second-largest market share with a combined workforce of 10,000 in 40 countries. Leadership of both enterprises, which were stand-alone subsidiaries of larger companies, decided to form a joint venture, preserving their independence while capturing synergies.
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