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Business Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Partner in Scale. Architect of Transformation
M&A is a cornerstone of corporate strategy, enabling organizations to accelerate growth, enter new markets, and achieve transformational scale. At IFAS, we combine cross-industry expertise, advanced analytics, and risk-aware execution to guide clients through every phase of the M&A lifecycle
The M&A Lifecycle
- Portfolio Optimization: Identify gaps in capabilities, markets, or technologies using proprietary microeconomic analytics.
- Synergy Quantification: Model revenue uplift (e.g., cross-selling) and cost savings (e.g., SG&A reductions) to prioritize targets.
- ESG Integration: Evaluate target's alignment with sustainability goals (e.g., carbon footprint, governance practices).
- Financial Diligence: Audit EBITDA quality, tax exposures, and working capital efficiency.
- Operational Diligence: Assess supply chain resilience, IT systems, and cybersecurity posture.
- Legal/Regulatory Diligence: Review compliance with Competition Act in Canada.
- Cultural Diligence: Diagnose leadership alignment and employee engagement via stakeholder interviews.
- ROI Tracking: Compare actual vs. projected EBITDA margins, ROIC, and customer retention.
- ESG Performance: Monitor progress against sustainability targets.
- Board Reporting: Deliver actionable insights for continuous improvement.
1 - Strategic Rationale & Target Screening
(Align M&A ambitions with long-term corporate strategy.)
Our Approach:
2 - Comprehensive Due Diligence
(Mitigate risks and validate value drivers.)
Our Approach:
3 - Post-Merger Value Realization
(Sustain long-term growth and stakeholder confidence.)
Metrics & Governance:
Maximize M&A Value with Government Incentives
Strategy and Analytics
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Commercial Statistics & Growth Strategy
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Business Incentives & Tax Credits
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Business Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
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