About This Assessment
Why culture kills deals — and how to see it coming
Research consistently shows 50–70% of M&A deals fail to meet value targets. Cultural misalignment is a top contributor — yet it remains the least rigorously assessed factor at LOI.
What this tool measures
Seven critical dimensions that determine whether two organizations can actually operate as one. Each maps to real integration risks: talent retention, systems adoption, decision-making speed, and leadership trust.
Leadership StylePower, authority & hierarchy
Decision VelocitySpeed, risk tolerance & approvals
Change OrientationAdaptability & transformation
Communication CultureTransparency, conflict & feedback
People & TalentRetention, accountability & growth
Operations & ProcessStructure, discipline & execution
Identity & ValuesMission, brand & self-image
How to answer
Answer from the perspective of the target company you are evaluating — based on what you have observed, heard, or learned through due diligence. There are no right or wrong answers. The goal is accuracy, not flattery.
You will receive a scored risk report with dimension-level flags and integration action priorities.