Year: 2012
Type: article
Abstract: The aim of this exploratory study is to understand the key issues associated with integrating InformationTechnology (IT) in banking mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The study is undertaken by reviewing a number ofhigh-profile cases and interviewing the IT practitioners who managed the corresponding processes. The result isa comprehensive review of a poorly understood and researched area providing insights into the significance ofthe IT-related elements in the M&A integration and specifics of the M&A IT integration process. The studyconcludes by formulating a blueprint layout and integration model describing the timescale, stages, andprinciples of efficient IT integration. The layout and model can be used by organisations to guide and facilitatethe execution of their future banking M&A transactions.
Authors: Serhiy Kovela, Walter Skok
Institution: Kingston University London
Language: English
Subfield: Management Information Systems
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W2147923918