Post - Merger Integration : The Board ’ s Role Begins Before the Ink is Dry

Integration can take numerous paths, but the realization of the partnership’s expected benefits − establishing and strengthening essential competencies − is of paramount importance. The board’s role in facilitating/ensuring that the partnership achieves its anticipated benefits is critical. The discussion below identifies some key questions board members should answer individually and collectively to help the organization clarify and achieve the integration’s intended goals.