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10 Reasons You’re Not Ready For a Bolt-On

Every CTO Gets Excited For a Bolt On But Very Few Companies Execute It Well

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Bobby Tahir
Feb 18, 2025
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To set the stage: a bolt-on acquisition is when a company acquires another business—typically to expand capabilities, enter new markets, or strengthen its position—while aiming to integrate it into existing operations rather than running it as a fully independent entity.

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