What can employees expect after the transactions close?
We expect minimal impact to our employees in 2010 as a result of this transaction. We anticipate that the transaction will close in the fourth quarter of 2010. At that time, we will we thoughtfully implement a multi-year integration plan that is designed to generate opportunities and efficiencies in our combined operations. We will ensure that we have business continuity by taking the right time to integrate our business systems. We will evolve our programs in a thoughtful manner to achieve our 2020 Vision and create sustainable benefits for our employees, suppliers, consumers, and customers. As part of our 2020 Vision, we will continue to attract, engage and retain the best talent. Additionally, through this integration our people’s system knowledge and cross-system experience will expand, increasing our ability to provide real solutions for our customers and win at the point of sale every day. We are committed to developing our people and getting them the right experiences so that th
