In the final segments of our series, we’ve shifted to the key transaction elements. Last month we discussed purchase and terms…
Thought Leadership
Buying a Business? Questions to Consider
Buying a Business? Questions to Consider. The process can be a risky, complicated, and expensive process. Tread carefully as mistakes are expensive.
Should ERP Integrators Acquire AI capability?
AI is expected to make ERP systems more intelligent, efficient, and user-friendly. Firms in all sectors are looking to invest to stay ahead of the competition.
M&A: A Variation on a Theme
One typically acquires a firm for several reasons. In M&A much like a musical score, a Variation on a Common Theme can lead a unique result.
Master Class: M&A as a Symphony Orchestra
In this article, we’ll review some of the major lessons that can be gleaned from what one might call a master class in M&A.
How to Scale your Business for Greater M&A Value
Scaling a business requires careful planning and execution. Scaling a business is not the same as growing your business.
Signal or Noise?
An M&A Play in Three Acts…Is it a Signal or is it Noise?
The Tech Wreck of 2022 and Effects on Acquisitions in 2023
The technology wreck and M&A in 2023 refers to the potential for a massive sell-off of technology stocks and a wave of M&A in the sector in 2023.
M&A Strategy: What would Cisco do?
What role should a customer’s input play in determining a company’s M&A strategy? A key one, as the following story about Cisco’s first of more than 220 acquisitions suggests…
M&A and Revenue Clarity
The premise of this article is that while all businesses like revenue not all forms of revenue are equally valuable.
Surprise! Maxims & Misconceptions About Selling a Business
Business owners develop certain expectations about the M&A process, for many a once in a lifetime event, only to be surprised when they actually go through it.
Should I Stay or Sell: A Boomer Entrepreneur Decision
Baby Boomer entrepreneurs account for 2.3 million, and own nearly 40% of all small businesses. The majority are service based companies.
Company Culture and M&A
Company Culture and M&A…It is commonly accepted knowledge in the industry that company culture plays an important role in mergers & acquisitions.
M&A Wisdom
M&A Wisdom…over my 20+ years in M&A, I came to appreciate adages that capture so much wisdom in just a few words. Here are some of my favorites.
M&A and Digital Transformation: A Mode of Assessment
M&A and Digital Transformation: A Mode of Assessment…Digital transformation is considered by many leaders as a key to long term business success. Why so?
M&A and “Preemptive” Due Diligence: A Seller’s Perspective
M&A and “Preemptive” Due Diligence: A Seller’s Perspective…Start Early and Build Enterprise Value
What’s your “desk”?
If you are a business owner and prepare for the sale of your business: What is that “something” that you will have a hard time to let go of?
M&A and Interesting Ratios for Buyers and Sellers
M&A and Interesting Ratios for Buyers and Sellers…Buying or selling a business is a data intensive process. The most successful acquirers are fans of ratios.
John’s Story: A Tale of an M&A Journey
A real-life story of a business owner who ventured into the Mergers & Acquisitions process alone before calling for help.
Why is industry focus critical for an M&A advisor?
Cristian Anastasiu at Excendio Advisors explains 6 reasons why industry specialization for an M&A advisory firm is so important in the lower middle market.
Cristian Anastasiu is a panelist at Channel Partners’ Summit
Cristian Anastasiu of Excendio is a panelist at Channels Partners Summit
What MSPs Should Know About Private Equity and Selling
Cristian Anastasiu was interviewed by Channel Partners ahead of his participation in a panel at the Channel Partners Summit.
September Update from the IT M&A Frontlines
Many IT Services and generally IT firms have been only somewhat impacted by the recent crisis, especially when compared to other industries or to the IT industry…
Cristian Anastasiu recounts the journey of his M&A career
I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs.…