Holistic Enterprise Architecture for Mergers and Acquisitions

About the Book

This book provides plain-language concepts and methods for helping organizations better prepare themselves to participate in merger and acquisition activities, as either a buyer or seller. Dr. Bernard is a world-renowned enterprise architect who has written several textbooks on the subject of improving the structure and function of large, complex organizations in all business and technology dimensions. His holistic framework has been used by well known corporations, government agencies, universities, and non-profit groups. There is a case study to promote applying concepts to real-world situations, and recommended actions that can be immediately implemented based on reading this book.

About the Author

Scott A. Bernard grew up in Southern California and has worked in the public, private, military, and academic sectors. His is a retired naval aviator and active college professor who enjoys sailing, traveling, and time with family. Dr. Bernard has served in a wide range of staff, management, and executive positions during the past half-century, including starting as a grocery store bagger, then after college as an accounting supervisor, naval officer and patrol plane pilot, college professor, computer manager, government executive, business consultant, and father of three wonderful children. These experiences and global travels have shaped his views and teaching approach.