International mergers and acquisitions: The role of HR functions

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer, who adds their own, impartial, comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Despite the recent boom in international mergers and acquisitions (IM&As) driven by globalization, technological change and deregulation, statistics show that the outcome of mergers and acquisitions (M&As) is mostly disappointing. It has been argued that the challenge of M&As is the management of people and the human resource (HR) function

Practical implications

This paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Citation

(2009), "International mergers and acquisitions: The role of HR functions", Strategic Direction, Vol. 25 No. 3, pp. 23-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540910936350