Four Reasons You Need A Consultant for Your Integration

By Josh Jenkins, Senior Consultant

Consider this: A Fortune 500 financial institution acquires a cutting-edge fintech startup, promising a game-changing product for millions of new clients. The value proposition is huge, but the implementation is daunting. Systems need to align. Startup employees grapple with the formal processes of a much larger institution. Competitors race to launch similar innovations.

What promises to unlock value can quickly become a source of stress—and that’s where a seasoned consultant makes all the difference. Here are four reasons why:

PERSPECTIVE: Simply put, consultants ask the right questions. Coming in with a fresh perspective, they’re free to explore technical, operational, and strategic challenges without the weight of internal dynamics. Their expertise ensures critical decisions are made quickly and roadblocks are resolved with professionalism.

NEUTRALITY: Equally important, consultants act as neutral, empathetic arbiters. They bridge differences in corporate culture, easing tension between legacy teams and startup talent or across disparate internal domains, ensuring a maximally collaborative atmosphere for problem-solving. There is an art to merging elements of the past with a vision of the future, and consultants are uniquely positioned to do so precisely because their loyalty is—by design—to the success of the project.

CLARITY: When the stakes are high—whether you’re facing a complex merger, a looming regulatory deadline, or simply a hazy integration plan—consultants bring clarity. They’ve been there before, pairing first- principles thinking with time-tested strategies and pressure-tested problem-solving skills.

CONFIDENCE: Big changes can feel overwhelming and risk negative downstream effects such as productivity loss and lowered morale if not managed by a steady hand. But with the right consulting partner, you’ll have peace of mind knowing you’re on the most efficient path forward.

If you’re considering an integration or already in the midst of one, we’re here to help. Collabry is composed of seasoned consultants who have been where you are now. We have the ability to scale to fit your needs and don’t worry: we have seen it all. Let’s talk about how we can be good together.