Success vs. failure — It all depends on how you measure your merger

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Abstract: Some issues in a merger can be anticipated and prevented, and some can’t. But one thing that can be controlled is how to measure the success of a merger. By setting realistic goals and indicators and closely monitoring postdeal performance, business buyers can spot potential problems and negative trends before they become intractable. This article talks about goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) and how they differ.