Company integration
Merging fragmented applications and data sources into a unified structure
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INTEGRATION AS A FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS
Businesses today face the challenge of efficiently managing a variety of heterogeneous applications and data sources. Fragmented IT landscapes frequently lead to media breaks, inconsistent data, and increased maintenance overhead.
Well-thought-out company integration creates the basis for breaking down these silos and making information centrally available.
The aim is to harmonise processes, increase transparency, and sustainably strengthen digital value creation. Through the consolidation of existing systems, a uniform structure is created that enables flexibility and scalability. This makes integration a strategic success factor for future-proof organisations.
The strategic value of integrated IT becomes particularly evident in the context of distributed companies with many locations, as well as in corporate transactions.
Integrated IT is far more than technical infrastructure – it is a crucial success factor for growth, site consolidations and corporate transactions.
When two companies become one, the IT systems start to clash.
Mergers and acquisitions are among the most effective strategic tools for growth, market entry, and innovation. However, the true value of a transaction is not realised at the point of contract signing, but only through the successful integration of the companies involved.
bitformer helps company buyers and integration teams bring IT landscapes together in a functional, secure, and future-proof way after acquisitions, before it gets expensive.
6 - 18 months.
Critical window
after signing
~30 %
the M&A synergies depend
IT decisions
Day 1
Ensure operational readiness
even without full integration
1 Partner
No silo mentality
Strategy meets technology
When do we get into the game
The IT questions that are often asked too late during a deal
Most problems after an acquisition don't arise from bad technology – but from decisions that were made too early or too late.
Bitformer starts early!
What IT risks are present in the target company? Legacy systems, license conflicts, dependencies on the previous owner?
What absolutely must work on the first day after closing – communication, financial systems, access management?
ERP, CRM, HR system: Which stays, which moves, what is newly built? Who decides this – and according to what criteria?
Two IT teams, two cultures, two budget logics: how can a functioning unit be created from this without losing key personnel?
OUR APPROACH
Integration in Phases
We accompany you from the initial analysis through to stable operational control. Each phase has a clear objective – and a clear end.
Frequently Asked Questions
What buyers mostly ask us first
An IT due diligence checklist should cover all business-critical systems, applications, data sets, security risks, licence agreements and IT costs. The aim is to identify technical debt, integration costs and potential risks at an early stage.
Procedure
- Record IT inventory
- Evaluate applications
- Analyse infrastructure
- Check cybersecurity
- Assess contracts and licences
- Document risks
The IT landscape is assessed based on technology maturity, system stability, security level, scalability, and integration capability. Both opportunities and risks for subsequent integration are identified during this process.
Procedure
- Inventory systems
- Analyse von Geschäftsprozessen
- Identify dependencies
- Check security status
- Assess the need for modernisation
IT risks can significantly influence the purchase price, integration costs, and subsequent business success. A structured risk analysis reveals weaknesses early on.
Procedure
- Identify critical systems
- Assess cybersecurity risks
- Analyse technical debt
- Check compliance requirements
- Prioritise and document risks
An early cost estimate prevents unrealistic synergy expectations and improves the investment decision.
Procedure
- Define target architecture
- Develop integration scenarios
- Assessing migration costs
- Calculate licensing and infrastructure costs
- Draw up a business case
Cybersecurity shortcomings are among the most common reasons for unexpected costs after an acquisition. Therefore, security and compliance risks should be assessed before the contract is signed.
Procedure
- Analyse security organisation
- Check vulnerabilities and incidents
- Assess data protection and compliance requirements
- Investigate third-party risks
- Derive measures and costs
PERFORMANCE
What we are taking over specifically
No general advice. No slides without implementation. We work operationally with clear responsibilities on both sides.
Technical and organisational assessment of the target IT prior to closing – for informed purchasing decisions.
From the day-one plan to full system consolidation – structured, transparent, with no operational disruption.
Structures, roles, and leadership models for a joint IT – aligned with the new company.
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Before the closing is after the closing.
Arrange initial consultation
In a 30-minute initial consultation, we'll be happy to clarify together at which stage of your integration process we can have the greatest impact – no sales pitch, no obligation.
Together we will find out if and how I can best support you.
I look forward to exchanging with you.
30 minutes of IT Due Diligence consultation – non-binding and free
