Merging Corporate Cultures
In today’s competitive business environment
many companies see mergers, alliances and acquisitions as a
major component of their growth strategy. Companies moving into
these new relationships undergo exhaustive due diligence to
insure a good fit between the parties. They crunch numbers,
conduct feasibility studies and analyze the hard logistics of
consolidating assets/liabilities, processes and systems. When
it seems that all the stars are aligned a deal is struck,
announcements are made, and celebrations are held to cement the
union. Life is good! Or is it?
A number of these "marriages made in heaven" have had some very shaky honeymoons; some have ended in a messy divorce. How could this have happened in a deal that looked so good on paper? One factor seems to stand out; while intensive investigation and analysis was done on how to merge the "hard" aspects of each company, little attention was given to the unique cultures of the companies and how to merge the two together.
Culture is a unique, deeply entrenched part of the fabric of each organization. The rub comes when you attempt to bring very different, or even similar, cultures together. Not being attentive to cultural differences can lead to conflict, power struggles, low productivity, turnover and even sabotage of the integration effort.
Therefore, it is critical to have a well thought out plan to effectively combine the current cultures of the parties into a new culture that captures the best of both. Understanding the current culture and setting a course for successful integration is a complicated business. These often-neglected issues should not be delegated or relegated to later. Swift action must be taken -- before the champagne is uncorked. Merging Corporate Cultures is a two-day workshop designed to capture and form the best aspects of the cultures of merging organizations into a powerful new corporate culture.
OUTCOMES
In the Merging Corporate Cultures workshop you
will gain:
• A solid understanding of the strengths and
weaknesses of the merging organizations
• A desired set of common cultural characteristics
for the new organization
• An action plan to institutionalize the new
culture
• Clarity on changing roles & responsibilities as
the organization merges
• A cohesive, effective organization with a
rejuvenated commitment to corporate success
• Enhanced relationships between members of the
merging organizations
• Increased morale and trust while improving
communication and information/resource sharing
WHO BENEFITS FROM ATTENDING MERGING CORPORATE
CULTURES
• Transition teams with the responsibility
to manage and oversee a merger or acquisition
• Merging management teams, business units and
functional departments
PRICING
Your cost will vary based on group size, program
length and activities. Typically, Merging Corporate
Cultures will range from $250 - $300 per person per
program day, not including meals, lodging or transportation.
CONTACT INFORMATION
The Leadership Challenge, Inc, is a full service
organizational development firm that helps individuals and
organizations achieve their performance objectives. TLC
offers a comprehensive array of targeted products and services
designed to progressively support our clients’ journey to
peak performance. We foster long-term relationships in order to
help our clients reach their peak potential and meet the
business challenges they face.
The Center for Peak Performance at Rock Springs, located in the sunny, high desert of Central Oregon, offers a spectacular locale for Merging Corporate Cultures. The center is located on 1,200 acres and grants exclusive use of the property to each group. The center has a state-of-the-art Challenge Course including both high and low elements. Rivers, mountains, lakes & wilderness are at our doorstep for challenging outdoor experiences.
For more information about Merging Corporate Cultures contact The Leadership Challenge Team at: (541) 549-0988 www.tlcinc.com
