Acquisition Quote by Bobby Kotick
“If you look at the history of our company, we don't do a lot of acquisition. The reason is, we need to see that people are culturally and philosophically aligned with the way that we approach the business.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Company culture and acquisitions, 2019
Acquisitions succeed when cultural and philosophical alignment exists between firms.
In simple terms: Align cultures for successful mergers.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize cultural fit.
Themes
business strategy
culture
acquisitions
Mood
pragmatic
strategic
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- merger negotiations
- due diligence
- post‑merger integration
Key Concepts
integration planning
value alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can cultural fit be measured?
- What steps ensure alignment?
A Different Perspective
Alignment is hard to assess.
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