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Challenge

Simultaneous integration of two acquired companies with an existing Fortune 500 corporate business unit was needed within 90 days. The goal was to achieve full organization integration with consistent business processes and improved management visibility.

Actions

• Created a cross-functional team to establish an integration timeline and project plan that would achieve the desired results in the shortest time possible.
• Facilitated a weekly team review of the project highlighting key milestones, progress and risks.
• Focused teams at three levels – tactical face-to-face activities, management decisions, and executive alignment – to maximize productivity and enable rapid change.

Results

• Completed the integration within the 90-day window for all major business operations.
• Ensured employee satisfaction by meeting critical transition milestones on time.
• Documented a baseline integration project plan and constructed a written management guide for future acquisition projects.