Merger & Acquisition Integration Services
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Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures, and Joint Ventures (MADJV) can be indicators of periods of great growth; however, they can also increase risk to the organization. Technology and organizational disruptions, lack of documentation, and overburdened cyber resources are some factors that increase risk exposure. LeveL5Cyber provides MADJV integration services during this high-profile period for your business.
What We Offer
decades of hands-on experience
- Risk Assessments
- Alignment of technology platforms and cyber standards across newly acquired sites with corporate standards
- Security and Secure Network Integration Support
- Program Management
Services During MADJV Integrations
Our expert Acquisition Integrations services provide comprehensive cybersecurity guidance. While starting in the Valuation Analysis stage of M&A integrations is ideal, merger integration services also add value during the Due Diligence stage.
Specific services may include
- Identification and protection of intellectual property
- Optimal architecture design
- IT and OT risk assessments
- Security and secure network integration support
- Program management
We can also help implement corporate standards across newly acquired sites. This step aligns cyber benchmarks and technology platforms for both companies.
Industries Requiring Merger and Acquisition Integration Services
LeveL5Cyber provides joint venture integration services to industries with complex settings. This includes sensitive data, critical infrastructure, and highly regulated environments. We have the experience to best handle your company’s transitional period. Examples of industries we serve include
- Financial Services
- Critical Manufacturing, such as machinery, components, and transportation equipment
We also provide Acquisition Integrations to Defense Industrial Base partners.
Leverage Acquisition Integration Services from LeveL5Cyber
LeveL5Cyber has decades of experience with large-scale, complex M&A activities. Our leaders are highly skilled in protecting critical industries’ infrastructure and sensitive data. Contact us today to learn how we can guide and support your cyber environment during M&A activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
decades of hands-on experience
in cybersecurity
The LeveL5Cyber Acquisition Integrations consulting service is designed to provide cybersecurity guidance to reduce the exposure to an organization during high-stress and high-visibility situations. Optimally started in the Valuation Analysis stage, this service can also provide value during the Due Diligence stage of M&A activities. Potential areas of focus include a risk assessment, identification and protection of intellectual property, optimal architecture design, and conformance with corporate standards.
From an IT perspective, a typical Merger or Acquisition integration project will last for six months or more. During M&A activities, there are questions raised and challenges to overcome. System integration, compatibility, interoperability, vendor management, and network overlap are just a few of the obstacles you will likely face. The team at LeveL5Cyber has decades of experience managing cybersecurity aspects of Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures from start to finish.
Ransomware is an ever-evolving form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable. Malicious actors then demand ransom in exchange for decryption. Ransomware actors often target and threaten to sell or leak exfiltrated data or authentication information if the ransom is not paid. Ransomware incidents can severely impact business processes and leave organizations without the data they need to operate and deliver mission-critical services. Ransomware incidents have become more destructive and impactful in nature and scope. The economic and reputational impacts of ransomware incidents, throughout the initial disruption and, at times, extended recovery, have also proven challenging for organizations large and small.
Ignoring the potential exposure introduced with a new IT ecosystem post-portfolio change can lead to increased risk of malware attacks, including ransomware, business email compromise and others. Additionally, acquisitions often include intellectual property (IP), which may have driven a premium in the cost. Misunderstanding and addressing the risks to the IP could lead to significant and rapid loss of value in an acquisition. Architectures and controls used to support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures can be leveraged, saving costs, potentially reducing transition service agreement resources and improving efficiencies. Early and extensive understanding of the IT landscape will allow for appropriate funding and staffing expectations to meet synergy expectations. L5C has decades of experience working with F500 companies as they navigate these portfolio changes.
The average cost of a cyber incident for the U.S. Pharmaceutical industry is significantly higher than other industries due to the level of collaboration for clinical trials and supply chain interdependencies. Additionally, the high amount of M&A often contributes to a higher security risk for the unknowing acquiring parent entity. LeveL5Cyber's team has decaddes of hands-on experience with Fortune 500 companies and stand ready to help protect our US Pharmaceutical industry from these ongoing threats.
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