What is Merger and Acquisition (M&A)

In overcoming the gap, there are several strategies that can be considered. The two main strategies discussed in this chapter are the merger into a complete company (M&A) and the development of the missing parts with the required managerial capabilities. The M&A is presented and explained with the advantages and risks involved in taking this option. The M&A is also presented as a potential avoidance strategy, which circumnavigates the problem by merging the TSU into a complete company that has all the required units and the required capabilities to manage the complete firm. The second strategy is discussed with its own challenges in creating the new units, learning, and developing the managerial capabilities required. The opportunities advantages and disadvantages of this strategy are also presented.