Your people are your greatest assets

Discover how leadership and culture insights can enhance M&A success. Mercer research reveals that neglecting people issues leads to deal failures. To drive growth, corporate and private equity teams must evaluate human capital, including leadership quality and organisational culture, to align with their growth strategy and maximise deal value.

Research from the Transaction Advisors Institute and Mercer highlights a disconnect in M&A regarding human capital. While nearly all M&A leaders recognise its importance for success, less than half incorporate it into their strategies. This oversight leads to missed opportunities and underdelivered value, emphasising the need for effective talent management.

Discover the 2025 People Risk in Cybersecurity Report, highlighting talent shortages and the need for a people-focused approach in financial services.

Discover the 2025 People Risk in Cybersecurity Report.

2025 marks the rise of agentic AI in HR, enhancing decision-making and efficiency while emphasizing change management and workforce alignment.