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Smooth transition of power is vital

When the financiers and dealmakers move on to their next big project after finalising a corporate takeover, the complex process of integrating the two companies into one entity is really just beginning.

Much of the work in ensuring a smooth transition inevitably falls to the human resources team of the 'receiving' company. They become the nerve centre to co-ordinate strategy, communications, training and trouble-shooting and - having overseen two successful takeovers in the past couple of years - Ellen So, head of human resources for AXA China Region Insurance, has become an authority on the subject.

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