Large ortho acquisitions can have a profound impact on employees, as the acquired people navigate through a range of emotions and uncertainties during the integration process.
This article will outline the typical phases experienced by employees in Company B, who are being acquired by Company A. While the journey may begin with excitement and optimism, it often takes a downturn, leading to demotions, relocation requests, and even job losses.
Many of you have experienced this ride already with Medtronic/Kyphon, Zimmer/Biomet, Stryker/MAKO, Stryker/K2M, ZB/LDR Spine, and many more will experi...