Inorganic growth is a form of business growth that is achieved through external methods, such as the acquisition or merger of other companies, the opening of new stores or expansions into new markets. When a company chooses to pursue inorganic growth, they will look to build their business through external sources rather than relying solely on organic growth from their own operations.

Inorganic growth is an effective way for businesses to quickly expand their reach and increase their market presence without spending significant time and energy on organic growth. Through mergers and acquisitions, companies can immediately expand their customer base, increase their capabilities and eliminate their competition in the market. Additionally, an acquirer can acquire valuable technology and resources, access to new markets and gain access to certain expertise that might be difficult to obtain otherwise.

The downside of inorganic growth is that it can be costly, the integration of new systems, employees and cultures can be difficult and managing the new business can be time consuming. In the case of opening new stores, there is a risk of cannibalizing existing stores and not realizing the growth as planned.

Overall, acquiring or merging with other companies and opening new stores can provide numerous benefits, such as increased market share, access to new markets, access to new technology, and the elimination of competitors. However, the potential pitfalls, such as the costs and difficulty of integration, must be carefully considered before pursuing inorganic growth.