Making the move to low-cost countries
Migrating costs to low-cost countries (LCCs) has moved from being an “interesting idea” to an imperative for most industrial companies, but it’s a “must do” that too often is managed with ambivalence. On the one hand, companies see it as a critical piece of their cost strategy; on the other, too many firms seem to attempt it only half-heartedly. They aren’t sure which costs to … [ Read more ]
Content: Article | Authors: Suvir Varma, Ted Rouse, Till Vestring, Uwe Reinert | Source: Bain & Company | Subjects: Management, Outsourcing / BPO
Merger integration: why the ‘soft issues’ matter most
A study of 125 mergers suggests that there is a link between performance and tackling the cultural challenge head on.
Content: Article | Author: Till Vestring | Source: European Business Forum (EBF) | Subject: Organizational Behavior
Japan’s New Wave of M&A
The restructuring of Japan, Inc., provides great opportunities for acquisitive foreign companies, but also new challenges.
Content: Article | Author: Till Vestring | Sources: Bain & Company, Wall Street Journal | Subject: International – Asia
6 Ways to Lead Mergers to Results
Article looks at 6 keys to leading mergers:
1. Crystallise and communicate the strategic vision for the merger
2. Close the deal
3. Focus on the key sources of value of the deal
4. Drive the integration of the two entities
5. Make the tough calls
6. Cheer on the troops
Editor’s Note: You may also want to check out the report ‘Achieving the Promise: Five ways to lead … [ Read more ]
Content: Article | Authors: Mike Booker, Till Vestring | Sources: Bain & Company, Business Times Singapore | Subject: Leadership