At the core of our methodology is leadership alignment, ensuring that executives from both organizations share a unified vision, strategic priorities, and cultural expectations. Without this foundational alignment, conflicting directives and competing priorities can create confusion, slow decision-making, and erode employee trust. We establish clear governance frameworks that empower leaders to make timely, well-informed decisions while maintaining transparency across all levels of the organization.Equally vital is the retention and optimization of talent, particularly mission-critical employees whose expertise drives business continuity and innovation. Workforce disruptions during M&A often lead to the unintended loss of top performers, taking with them invaluable institutional knowledge. To mitigate this risk, we implement targeted retention strategies, including incentive programs, career path clarity, and proactive engagement initiatives. Simultaneously, we conduct thorough workforce assessments to identify redundancies and design transition plans that are both efficient and equitable, minimizing operational friction while respecting the contributions of all employees.