VMware: Acquisition Integration of AirWatch
End-to-end finance and operational integration of AirWatch into VMware following a major enterprise mobility management acquisition.
Situation
VMware acquired AirWatch, a leading enterprise mobility management company, in a major technology acquisition. The integration required aligning finance systems, payroll, legal entities, and operational processes across two organizations with distinct cultures and technology stacks.
Approach
Kestrel Partners provided senior program management support for the finance integration workstream. Working closely with VMware's internal M&A team, the KP program manager coordinated across Finance, Accounting, IT, HR, and Legal to execute integration tracks on schedule while managing risks inherent in a high-profile public transaction.
Key Objective
Achieve full finance and operational integration of AirWatch into VMware's systems and processes while maintaining business continuity and meeting all integration milestones.
Engagement Highlights
- Finance systems consolidation and ERP integration
- Payroll and benefits transition for AirWatch employees
- Legal entity restructuring and wind down of redundant entities
- Cross-functional coordination across Finance, IT, HR, and Legal
- Milestone reporting and executive stakeholder updates