Capgemini Consulting - The First 100 Days - A structured and transparent approach to post-merger integration (PMI)

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Capgemini Consulting presents “The First 100 Days” as a structured, transparent approach to post-merger integration (PMI). It addresses why many integrations fail to deliver expected results by emphasizing clear post-merger planning during the first 100 days. The approach aims to secure business continuity, confirm synergy targets, and define the target operating model while mitigating integration risks through core planning components, critical paths, and targeted execution.

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The First 100 Days

Context

Core components of the first 100 days plan

Planning

Critical success factors and key benefits

The First 100 Days as part of our complete PMI offering

Capgemini Consulting # The First 100 Days A structured and transparent approach to post-merger integration(PMI) # The First 100 Days Context More than 70%of integrations failtodeliver the expected results mainlydue to the absence of a clear post-merger planning.The first 100 daysof a mergerhave a disproportionatelyhigh impact on the overall success ofan integration.The goalof the first100 days is to ensure business conti-nuity,confirm synergytargets anddefine the target operating model,while following a critical path to bestmitigate integration risks. Thus,having a plan for the first 100days in place decides over the suc-cess of a post-merger integration.For this critical phase,CapgeminiConsulting has proven methodolo-gies and capabilities to deve lop andexecute the plan. Figure 1:CapgeminiConsulting PMI approach In the background:detailed first 100 days plan ## Core components of the first100 days plan The first 100 days plan consists offive core components,eachentailingan analysis and implementationphase.The core components com-prise the: ·organisational realignment, ·process integration, ·systems integration, ·synergy tracking as wellas ·product and customer realignment. The first 100 days plan details foreach core component a specific set ofactivities and deliverables to beachieved by a specific deadline.Theplan's core components are appliedin a holistic manner to all functionalareas of the new business. ### Planning Applying the core components ofthefirst 100 days plan to the integrationareas of the new business results in apre-defined set of key mile stones.This high-levelplan must then bedetailed in action plans foreachintegration area,specifying activit iesthat are strategically as wellas opera-tionally important.In addition,critical paths across all integrationactivities are defined to ascertain thatthe first 100 days ofintegrationproceed rapidly and remain on trackat all times.Consequently,a clearand result-driven path to post-mergerintegration is given at the outset ofthe project. Re specting these success factors isnecessary to reduce risks,maximisevalue cre ation and secure businesscontinuity.Leveraging our broadnetwork ofinternationalexperts andour handy tools and checklists,wewillensure an efficient and effectivesupport throughout your integrationchallenge. supportive activities such as changemanagement ora focused ITapproach.All of these elements are fully orche strated to meet the overall objectives of the mergerwithin the antieipated time line. ## Critical success factors and keybenefits Ourexperience shows that the foundation for a successful post-mergerintegration is laid during the first100 days.Criticalsuccess factors are: ·Strict adherence to the initialmerger rationale-do not lose sightof the originalstrategic intent ·Increased customer focus-thecustomer is part of the process andmust not be neglected # The First 100 Days as part of ourcomplete PMI offering ·Early measures to retain keyperformers-early definition of thefuture leadership organisation andretention measures forkey stakeholders Developing and supporting the first100 days of an integration is a vitalcomponent ofour comprehensivePost-Merger Integration offering.Capgemini Consulting has broadexperience in supporting externalgrowth initiatives throughout theentire dealcycle as well as in thedivestment/carve-out area.Followingour approach that is embedded inour modularised PMI framework,wealways recommend to support anintegration with a tailored projectmanagement office as well as other ·Transparent and focused communication-clear response patternsin case ofconflicts ·Decisive change leade rship-involvement of top managementas change sponsors to generate anddrive the momentum ·Structured integration management-safeguard ongoing operations Figure 2:Hight-level plan for the first 100 days | day 30 | | | day 80 | | day 100 | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |

FAQs

What is the primary objective of the first 100 days in a merger integration?

Ensure business continuity, confirm synergy targets, and define the target operating model while mitigating integration risks.

Why does Capgemini Consulting emphasize detailed planning for the first 100 days?

Because the first 100 days have a disproportionately high impact on integration success, and missing clear post-merger planning is a major reason integrations fail.

What are the five core components of the first 100 days plan?

Organisational realignment, process integration, systems integration, synergy tracking, and product and customer realignment.

Sep 23, 2026

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