This book reviews both successful and unsuccessful mergers and acquisitions, exploring the reasons why so many fail to live up to expectations. - An exploration... » 

This book reviews both successful and unsuccessful mergers and acquisitions, exploring the reasons why so many fail to live up to expectations. - An exploration of why mergers and acquisitions succeed or fail, based on rigorous scholarly research. - Stretches the boundaries of what we know about these complex phenomena. - Presents original ideas about the merger and acquisition strategy, the effects of mergers and acquisitions on performance, and the critical processes involved in implementation and integration. - Explores new areas, such as the role of culture and leadership, and the importance of knowledge transfer and learning. - Includes contributions from both highly respected scholars and up-and-coming stars in the field. «