In this article, the authors explore how organizational design choices affect the success of acquisition integrations by enhancing or constraining integration capabilities. Effective integration in acquisitions is essential for realizing strategic value, and we identify specific organizational design factors—such as centralization of control and decision making—that either enhance or limit integration capabilities, dependent on their main sources. Key takeaways include understanding the different mechanisms of centralized and decentralized structures to develop integration capabilities. Additionally, managers should facilitate knowledge sharing, coordination, and adaptability during integration phases, ultimately leading to more effective acquisition outcomes. This research underlines the critical role of organizational design in developing integration capabilities, eventually fostering acquisition success.
Acquisition integration capabilities and organizational design
Share publication
Explore how the shared understanding of “who knows what” impact acquisition success.
MADiscover was founded on a research-backed insight: traditional M&A screening processes systematically direct attention away from strategic fit toward what‘s immediately measurable, familiar, and available.
We built MADiscover to address these patterns. Our platform combines comprehensive data coverage with AI-powered strategic assessment, enabling teams to identify and evaluate hundreds of targets against individualized criteria while maintaining strategic focus throughout the process.