Ready to Pressure-Test Your Integration Plan?
- sebandersen
- May 8
- 2 min read
Updated: May 29
Before your deal closes, get a clear, unbiased view of how prepared you really are. Our Integration Diagnostics Tool helps acquirers identify execution risks, blind spots, and critical success factors — all before Day 1.
✅ Answer a short survey
✅ Get a personalized readiness score report and actionable insights
✅ Know where to focus for a smooth, value-capturing integration
Whether you're weeks from signing or deep in diligence, this tool gives you the clarity to lead with confidence.
What Is the Integration Diagnostics Survey?
The Integration Diagnostics Survey is a strategic self-assessment tool designed to help acquirers evaluate their readiness to integrate a newly acquired business. Built by experienced M&A integration professionals, the tool identifies hidden execution risks that often get overlooked in the excitement of the deal. In just 10–15 minutes, you’ll gain a clear picture of where your integration strategy is strong — and where it may need reinforcement.
What Will It Assess?
The survey measures your integration preparedness across six core dimensions:
Governance & Leadership – Is integration owned and driven by the right people?
Synergy Alignment – Are synergy targets clear, realistic, and actionable?
Talent & Culture – Are key individuals engaged, retained, and aligned post-close?
Customer & Market Continuity – Are commercial risks addressed early to protect revenue?
Systems & Data – Are IT integration plans realistic, resourced, and sequenced effectively?
Integration Planning & Execution – Is there a structured plan, timeline, and operating cadence?
Each section is scored, and your overall readiness is benchmarked against common integration pitfalls.
Who Is It For?
This tool is built for:
Corporate Development leaders preparing for or evaluating a transaction
Integration Management Office (IMO) leads or functional workstream owners
Private equity operating partners and deal execution teams
CEOs, COOs, and CFOs of acquirers responsible for capturing deal value
Whether you’re days from signing or still evaluating a deal, this tool will give you sharper insight and alignment across teams.
What Will You Get?
Once completed, you’ll receive a personalized Integration Readiness Report within four business days that includes:
A detailed score across each category
Key observations and red flags based on your responses
Targeted recommendations to close readiness gaps
A visual summary for internal alignment or board discussions
Use it as a standalone assessment — or as a launchpad to work with ClarityNorth Partners on a deeper readiness blueprint.
How Should You Approach the Survey?
This isn’t just a checkbox exercise. Take your time and approach each question thoughtfully. You don’t need to have all the answers — honesty reveals where support is most needed. If you're unsure, collaborate with relevant team members to get a more complete picture. Most users complete it in under 15 minutes.
Good to Know:
No data is shared externally or published.
All insights are yours to keep — no commitment required.
You can request a follow-up discussion to walk through your results with our team.
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If you're navigating a divestiture, integration, or just exploring options — let's talk.
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