The Impact of Technology and COVID-19 on Mergers and Acquisitions: Implications for Supply Chain Management

Abstract

This paper explores the issue of M&A as it pertains to Supply chain elements such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), the role of technology, and supply chain efficiency. By exploring the issue further, the research seeks to assess the recent trend of increased mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and how the activities affect the supply chain management (SCM) role. The results are important in understanding current trends in SCM when it comes to mergers and acquisitions. The discussion covered the role that COVID-19 played in increased trends in M&A and technology's role in M&A activities and success. The ultimate goal is to understand how technology and COVID-19 impact M&A activities and how, in turn, the supply chain management role gets affected.