The process of mergers and acquisitions comes with a few unique complexities. One of the biggest challenges is integrating two companies’ IT systems. If the IT systems are not compatible, it can cause major disruptions to the business.

There are also often many logistical challenges involved in merging two companies. There may be overlap in staff, facilities, and operations. Specialized IT support for mergers and acquisitions can improve the process and make it more efficient.

Some of the elements the purchasing company needs to consider are as follows:

• Assessing the network(s) to make informed decisions to guarantee the networks are merged securely.
• Using expertise to evaluate what needs to be done with Statements of Work (SOW), project planning, budgeting, and project management for successful merging of multiple networks.  
• Developing the safest method to transmit solutions to be used across multiple teams of people in respect to the number of companies being purchased.
• Properly incorporating cybersecurity solutions to certify network protection when the networks are different.

ThrottleNet has the experience necessary to assist with these changes, as we’ve assisted companies with multiple mergers and acquisitions at one time. We take necessary steps to ensure that whether companies are outsourcing or utilizing their in-house IT staff, the network mergers move as smoothly as possible to avoid interrupting day-to-day operations or increasing the burden of existing IT staff.