Programmatic M&A has consistently proven, in the aggregate, to be the most effective approach to dealmaking. By analyzing key actions that programmatic acquirers take, we can better understand why these acquirers tend to outperform their peers.

According to McKinsey research, five bold strategic moves best correlate with success: resource reallocation; programmatic mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures; capital expenditure; productivity improvements; and differentiation improvements (the latter three measured relative to a company's industry).

One way to assess the success of an acquisition is to monitor the retention rate of customers after the acquisition. If a business is able to retain the majority of its customers three years after an acquisition, this is a positive indicator that the acquisition was successful.

We work closely with clients to create a clear M&A blueprint that accelerates their progress toward strategic goals. Broad perspective on M&A. We help clients determine which sectors and capabilities offer the most potential, based on deep understanding of industry value chains and the underlying economics.