The larger the asset, the greater the challenges of implementing the merger and acquisition (M&A) process to realize its benefits. The security requirements of each company must be considered. Using a combination of technologies, including VPNs, firewalls, intrusion prevention and remote SSL, the acquiring company can implement network solutions capable of rapidly extending networks while maintaining secure segmentation for legacy or newly acquired user populations and critical assets. The acquiring company must understand the purpose of each M&A link and ensure it does not open reverse exposures into its own network.”]