M&A and Separation
A transaction leads to IT transformation. Always.
IT Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is more than just technology – it is a key lever for successful change.
In transactions, IT is increasingly becoming a critical success factor. The significant dependencies on IT applications and technologies crucially influence the speed, integration or separation capabilities, as well as the long-term value contribution of a deal. Early and structured involvement of IT helps to minimize risks and create opportunities for action. Those who address IT strategically ensure stability and realize genuine added value.
At kobaltblau, we combine in-depth IT expertise with extensive M&A experience to strategically secure technology decisions – from due diligence to post-merger integration. Whether on the buy-side or sell-side, we guided IT transformations purposefully, safely, and with a clear focus on business continuity and value creation.
Our Service Portfolio
IT Carve-Out
An IT carve-out is akin to open-heart surgery – during ongoing operations and with a patient actively participating. With a clear roadmap and good preparation, the separation succeeds safely and stably.
(Post-Merger) Integration
Whether “big buys small” or “merger at eye level” – the business determines the depth of integration, and IT must follow structured, leveraging synergies, increasing efficiency, and consistently minimizing security risks.
M&A and Separation Runbooks
Clear, predefined steps for integration and separation ensure efficient workflows according to established standards. Especially when acquisitions or sales are part of everyday business, all processes remain manageable and controllable.
IT Due Diligence
Focused on corporate IT: We analyze infrastructure, applications, and processes for security, scalability, and integration capability – to minimize risks and maximize value contribution.
Tech Due Diligence
Focused on product IT, such as SaaS or software solutions. We examine technology, architecture, and innovative potential to assess competitiveness, future viability, and growth potential.
Our kobaltblau Transaction Expertise & Experience
Action-Oriented
Proven IT integration and separation runbooks cover all relevant IT topics – from infrastructure to governance to security. They enable prompt project planning and robust cost estimation – scalable for SMEs as well as for DAX corporations.
Practice-Oriented
M&A and separation methods developed and tested in close collaboration with leading companies and investors over the years. The result: tailored, practical solutions for complex challenges.
Customized
Interdisciplinary deal and transformation teams ensure professionally and culturally harmonized collaboration. Selection is targeted according to requirements – for seamless integration and sustainable results.
Holistic
From strategic planning through operational implementation to successful completion: a continuous, structured approach secures the implementation of IT transformations within the framework of transactions.
We connect transaction expertise with IT excellence.
IT transformations in the context of transactions are an ideal consulting use case for us – here we connect deep deal understanding with solid and practical expertise from the areas of Infrastructure & Cloud, Digital Architecture, IT Organization, Partner Ecosystems, Security & Resilience, and Change Management.
