Contact us Careers Search Protecting People. Enhancing Lives. Home About us Our services Investors Media Responsible delivery In 2014 we acquired 30 companies, 90% in Growth and Emerging markets. City focus to build density Home // About us // Strategy // M&A About us Business model Strategy Emerging Growth Protect & enhance Manage for value M&A Leadership Our story so far Values Blog Mergers & acquisitions Acquisitions are a core part of our differentiated strategy. Mainly focused on Emerging and Growth markets, and in pest control in particular, we target city-focused deals to build presence and density. In 2014 we acquired 30 companies for a total consideration of £77m, 90% of which were in our Growth and Emerging quadrants. How the M&A process works: Identify – identify cities with good density and good growth potential. Identify right companies following detailed analysis of competitive landscape. Over 100 target cities and over 500 target companies identified to date. Opportunities – carry out structured contact programme, building high-quality database of contacts, live targets and companies no longer meeting requirements. Assessment – M&A team assess operational forecasts and integration plans. Plans submitted for approval from group Investment Committee and transactions negotiated. Acquisition – once offer successful, move to detailed due diligence process and final negotiations prior to purchase. Performance monitoring Post deal: a rigorous integration plan is implemented, which involves monthly monitoring of business activity and performance to ensure growth opportunities are realised. Upon anniversary of the acquisition a detailed review of strategy and performance is completed, with key learning informing strategy. We aim to maintain the highest standard of customer service and treat people with respect in line with our Code of Conduct. Contact us If you would consider becoming part of the Rentokil Initial group, please visit our business opportunities website for further information and contact details. Blog Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube © Rentokil Initial plc 2016 Cookie & privacy policy Legal statement Accessibility Site map Email alerts