THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO EXECUTING SUCCESSFUL M&A INTEGRATIONS THAT DELIVER PROMISED VALUE The newly revised and updated edition of Mergers & Acquisitions Integration Handbook: Helping Companies Realize the Full Value of Acquisitions, by Scott C. Whitaker, is a hands-on strategy manual for professionals, investors, and firms navigating the post-merger integration process. In a market where many M&A deals fail to achieve their strategic objectives, this handbook addresses the critical gap between dealmaking and value creation with proven integration methodologies. The latest edition features expanded content on culture and change management, new examples from hundreds of integrations, and innovative approaches to leveraging AI in the M&A process. The book covers essential topics, including Day 1 preparation, governance structures, acquisition playbooks, communication strategies, and the establishment of Integration Management Offices (IMOs). Whitaker's hands-on experience managing transactions across diverse industries and deal types provides readers with actionable insights that connect academic theory to real-world practice. Perfect for corporate executives planning an acquisition, private equity operating partners managing portfolio company integrations, or M&A professionals seeking to improve integration outcomes, the Mergers & Acquisitions Integration Handbook provides the tools and frameworks you need to maximize transaction value. Learn from one of the industry's most experienced practitioners and transform your approach to M&A integration for lasting competitive advantage.