Summary
Business Week has found no improvement in CEO’s dealmaking skills¹ (most recent study versus previous study). In fact, if a major deal is announced the odds, based on an historical analysis of over 300 major deals, showed that the acquirer’s stock would most likely be lower on the year anniversary of the deal announcement. If studies such as this show a majority of deals may not be in the shareholder’s interests then why are these deals being done? The answer is a complex one but reasons ² cited for poor performance include:

1. Management depth and commitment
2. Pre-acquisition research inadequate or inaccurate
3. Integration planning inadequate
4. Information systems issues

E-manda was created to assist in all of the above areas. We accomplish this enablement through software tools, communication platforms, and timely services and support forums. Our products encapsulate all communications and deliverables on a secure platform with predefined, automated workflow and reporting platform. We improve communications between management and affected employees, between the buyer and the seller, and between the management and shareholders.

Shareholders deserve and appreciate a proactive management team. Boards embrace the accountability improved negotiating power. Managers love the visibility. Executives are empowered by the improved analysis. It’s time to discovered and embrace E-manda.”

¹ Business Week Cover story, October 14, 2002
² Acquisition Horizon study