M&A is a growth strategy that is beneficial for a business performing in any competitive field. It gives the buyer access to more knowledge and innovation, while the acquiring company benefits from a stronger brand. However, from an IT perspective it also means standardising systems and processes.
A Group specialized in AI-enhanced data processing was facing this situation and was searching for a solution that would facilitate a secured transition for both entities. They had done several acquisitions before. Each new operation makes standardization more complex and time-consuming.
Kery’s technology provides users with two separate environments on a single machine: one aligned with the Group’s master system, and another dedicated to the subsidiary’s infrastructure. This setup allows the CISO and CTO to deploy environments that comply with Group standards, while enabling subsidiaries to maintain their own systems. The solution also delivers performance close to native, which was one of the key factors influencing the decision to adopt Kery’s solution.
Another key advantage was that Kerys’ YS::Desktop was fully deployable and immediately operational. The solution complies with major cybersecurity regulations and is designed to offer a secure, frictionless user experience. It is easy-to-use, regardless of the user's level of computer literacy, which is an essential criterion for smooth adoption across the diverse user profiles within the Group.
Kerys can be deployed to run both systems in parallel, effectively bridging the gap during the merger process. It removes the time pressure typically associated with system migration (if migration is even desired) and significantly streamlines global system management.
By facilitating daily interactions between the Group and subsidiary systems, Kerys minimizes the risk of security protocol bypass and reinforces both operational security and efficiency. This seamless integration empowers IT leaders to maintain control without compromising flexibility or performance.
KERYS supported the operational transition by equipping users with computers featuring two fully secured environments. This setup not only accelerated system standardization across entities but also contributed to a smoother onboarding process. As a result, both IT teams and end-users experienced a noticeable increase in productivity and efficiency.