--- title: Resources | Tom Allen description: Prior to Navima, Tom worked at 2 M&A boutiques (leading acquisitions, divestments, strategy and venture projects) and was Head of M&A & Corporate Development for a fast-growth, VC backed SaaS company. Tom has supported companies around the world including Shell, Unilever, Philips and the Big Four with improving their M&A process and leading the development of playbooks. 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Tom Allen Sep 29, 2023 Blog ### [A Closer Look at the Updated Merger Guidelines by the FTC and DOJ](https://library.navima.io/resources/a-closer-look-at-the-updated-merger-guidelines-by-the-ftc-and-doj) Explore the latest antitrust draft aligning with the evolving global economy. Understand the implications for businesses in our blog. Tom Allen Sep 25, 2023 Blog ### [M&A in the Remote World](https://library.navima.io/resources/ma-in-the-remote-world) Discover M&A's remote work challenges, virtual due diligence, cultural integration, and evolving strategies with tools like Navima. Tom Allen Aug 28, 2023 Blog ### [The First 90 Days as an M&A Leader: Making an Impact from Day One](https://library.navima.io/resources/the-first-90-days-as-an-ma-leader) Your initial 90 days set the tempo for your tenure. Here's a roadmap to ensure you make a definitive mark in these pivotal early days. Tom Allen Aug 15, 2023 ### [Impact versus Effort: A Key Tool in M&A Pre-Integration Planning](https://library.navima.io/resources/impact-versus-effort-a-key-tool-in-ma-pre-integration-planning) Master the art of decision-making in M&A with the Impact vs Effort Matrix. It's not just about prioritising initiatives; it's about aligning teams,... Tom Allen Jul 30, 2023 Blog ### [8 Essential Metrics for Streamlined M&A Pipeline Management](https://library.navima.io/resources/8-essential-metrics-for-streamlined-ma-pipeline-management) Master M&A pipeline management by tracking these key 8 metrics as used by leading global M&A teams. Tom Allen Jul 17, 2023 ### [Strategic M&A Divestments: Unlocking Hidden Corporate Value](https://library.navima.io/resources/strategic-ma-divestments-unlocking-hidden-corporate-value) The journey to being divestment-ready goes beyond simply identifying prospective buyers. It encompasses several crucial steps. Tom Allen Jun 27, 2023 Blog ### [10 Essential Principles for High-Impact M&A Integration](https://library.navima.io/resources/10-essential-principles-for-high-impact-ma_integration) Unlock the secrets of capturing value from M&A with an overview of foundational principles for achieving high impact integration Tom Allen Jun 26, 2023 Blog ### [Making M&A Work: How to Align Corporate Strategy and Acquisitions](https://library.navima.io/resources/making-ma-work-how-to-align-corporate-strategy-and-acquisitions) Learn how to develop a successful M&A strategy that aligns with your company's long-term growth plan Tom Allen Feb 15, 2023 [1](https://library.navima.io/resources/author/tom-allen/page/1) [2](https://library.navima.io/resources/author/tom-allen/page/2)   ## Subscribe to Our Newsletter [![Navimalogo-WhiteOnTransparantBG](https://library.navima.io/hubfs/Navimalogo-WhiteOnTransparantBG.png)](https://www.navima.io)       ### Website - [HOME](https://www.navima.io/) - [ABOUT](https://www.navima.io/about) - [LIBRARY](https://library.navima.io/library) - [SECURITY](https://www.navima.io/security) - [CONTACT US](https://www.navima.io/contact-us) ### Platform - [PLATFORM OVERVIEW](https://www.navima.io/platform-overview) - [PLAYBOOKS](https://www.navima.io/playbooks) - [REPORTING](https://www.navima.io/reporting) - [PROJECT MANAGEMENT](https://www.navima.io/project-management) - [KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT](https://www.navima.io/knowledge-management) - [WORKSPACES](https://www.navima.io/workspaces) ### Platform cont. - [DOCUMENTS](https://www.navima.io/documents) - [COMMUNICATION](https://www.navima.io/communication) - [COLLABORATION](https://www.navima.io/collaboration) © 2024 Navima Limited All rights reserved [Privacy Policy](https://www.navima.io/privacy-policy)