IN PRACTICE - Integrate Where It Matters - Many merging companies make the mistake of trying to integrate in too many ways, and much too soon. In a number of cases, a more selective, deliberate approach to integration often can be the best way to realize the deal's anticipated value.

IN PRACTICE - Hedge Your Offshoring Bets - Spreading foreign operations and outsourcing relationships over a broad, well-balanced mix of regions and countries reduces risk and increases potential reward.

Vestring, Till, (2005)

APPLYING THEORY TO PRACTICE - Beating the odds: A blueprint for successful merger integration

Carr, Richard, (2004)

The Battle for China's Good-Enough Market - From China's fast-growing middle market for reliable-enough products at low-enough prices will emerge the world's leading companies. Ignore it at your peril.

Gadiesh, Orit, (2007)