Publications
Publications
- November 2002 (Revised March 2007)
- HBS Case Collection
Keane's Acquisition of Metro Information Services (A)
By: Francisco de Asis Martinez-Jerez
Abstract
On August 21, 2001, Keane, Inc. announced the acquisition of Metro Information Services, Inc. This case analyzes the challenges facing firms and examines transactions whose major source of value creation hinges on intangible assets (e.g., people or knowledge).
Keywords
Mergers and Acquisitions; Value Creation; Goodwill Accounting; Problems and Challenges; Information Technology Industry; Consulting Industry
Citation
Martinez-Jerez, Francisco de Asis. "Keane's Acquisition of Metro Information Services (A)." Harvard Business School Case 103-042, November 2002. (Revised March 2007.)