What we do
In M&A it's not just what we do,
it's how we do it.
our track record of success
150+
Engagements in over
30 countries
85%
Deal success rate
Vs industry average of 50%
100+
Clients over every sector
18
Years, average experience
of team members
we're proud to be different
Why us.
We’ve cracked the code for successful M&A, Divestments and Alliance management. With over 20 years of peak performance and a suite of best in class proprietary tools, BTD drives your success, not just downside protection.
HOW DO WE DO IT.
We service every part of the deal life cycle from target approach to operating model design, integration roadmap and programme management. We combine hands-on rigor with data clarity and actionable intelligence.
WHAT YOU GET.
BTD ensures deal success by providing resources, guidance, structure, direction, tools and support across all aspects of the deal lifecycle, pre and post. We build custom programmes that include turnkey business intelligence product offerings.
BIG PICTURE.
We’ll empower you to
- Achieve deal benefits & value
- Maximise deal success rate
- Pursue and deliver excellence in your inorganic growth strategy

The complexity of pre-deal due diligence and its relationship to successful post-merger integration requires thoughtful identification and use of advisers. BTD’s experience and professionalism has contributed to our confidence that this deal will create meaningful value for Glatfelter’s shareholders.
Chris Astley, Senior Vice President, Business Unit President, Glatfelter
We chose BTD in favour of other potential partners due to their customised, customer-focussed and flexible approach which did not come at any expense in depth-of-knowledge and practical hands-on experience in both the technical and cultural/softer aspects of M&A.
Monika Wiaderkiewicz, Transformation Program Manager, innogy
We built a strong relationship with BTD through the process, and I trusted them to let me know what was good for my business, even if it might not immediately be best for them.
Andrew Reynolds, Finance Director, Kallo Foods
BTD played a significant part in the acquisition process, and analysis from their cultural snapshot survey was useful to the entire management team. I would recommend that anyone considering an international acquisition should think about taking similar steps and would not hesitate to recommend BTD to other companies.
Ian Bowles, former CEO, Tribal Group
The assistance BTD provided was pivotal in targeting a number of high profile, high-value companies. The work performed was invaluable in providing a snapshot of the potential acquisitions scene within the UK marketplace.
Stuart Phythian, Managing Director, Watts Water UK
BTD brought a specific set of skills and experience to support our team when planning a large and complex merger. In particular their experience in creating effective change management plans and understanding of the challenges when merging very different international cultures was invaluable.
Kathy Swindley, Group HR Director, bwin.party Digital Entertainment
The value BTD adds to our integration journey is huge. I needed fresh eyes with a personal, agile and flexible approach, BTD did an assessment of our journey and quickly identified 3 core focus areas. The team blends in with us, adds experience and expertise and get things done at speed.
Claire-Marie Nasr, Head of M&A Integration, Dentsu
what this means to you
CONFIDENCE.
That the deals and alliances you’re considering will be successful post-close
STRENGTH.
In your ability to do deals and alliances consistently well in future
FOCUS.
On your business-as-usual goals during and after the deal process
DELIVER.
The benefits and objectives of your deals and alliances quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively
BUILD.
Strategic, long term capabilities for your business, through M&A and alliances
our core services
FITNESS.
A review of your strategy, business and leadership to confirm your ability to achieve the benefits of your future M&A
we'll confirm you’re fit for M&A
READINESS.
A deep dive on the acquiring business and leadership to understand not only deal readiness but overall integration ability.
we'll ensure you’re deal ready
BLUEPRINT.
The end-to-end integration plan design and roadmap for assuming control, maximising deal value and realising benefits.
we'll design the integration plan
DELIVERY.
Integration programme management against blueprint to achieve deal benefits and minimise risk and business disruption.
we'll put the plan into action
PERFORMANCE.
Centralised tracking of progress and performance across all deal aspects with ongoing optimisations and feedback.
we'll ensure value is delivered
Servicing every stage of the deal
day 1 & change of control
related offerings

TARGET ASSESSOR.
Gain a holistic view of the market with our Target Assessor tool and understand market risks.

PERFORMANCE DASHBOARD.
Our post-deal performance tracker and insight dashboard allows P&L owners and integration teams to quickly understand insights and take action.

CULTURE DIAGNOSTIC.
Facilitate a smooth transition and proactively address your culture integration issues.

VALUE CALCULATOR.
Our crystal ball designed to estimate the monetary value of your deal and the risk value associated to certain aspects.

READINESS DIAGNOSTIC.
Are you ready to transact and integrate? Learn the likelihood for achieving the desired deal benefits.

EQ MASTER.
Retain and motivate talent and avoid blockers with best in class stakeholder analysis and communication planning

FINANCE PILOT.
Access comprehensive granular visibility and view the month-by-month financial impact of a delay on your deal.

FREE CHANGE SURVEY.
What aspects really need to change and what are the priorities? Find out with our qualitative Change Survey.