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IT channel M&A wrapped: The biggest acquisitions of 2024
Focus Group acquired by Hg. The UK VAR secured investment from private equity firm Hg in April, making it the latest addition to the ranks of Britain's private company unicorns thanks to its new $1bn valuation.. Rationale: Hg's investment will support the reseller's organic growth plan, M&A ambitions and product development initiatives, enhancing its ability to …
Advania makes ‘landmark deal’ with CCS Media buy
Oct 10, 2024 · Advania UK, a London-based Microsoft partner, has agreed to acquire CCS Media, an independent IT solution specialist with over 41 years of experience.. The acquisition represents an important advancement in Advania’s strategy to becoming the preferred end-to-end IT services provider in Northern Europe, as it will enable its combined 9,000 customers to transform core business processes ...
Channel Awards 2024: All the winners
Nov 15, 2024 · Last night marked the biggest event of the social calendar – for IT people at least. The Channel Awards were truly an evening to remember. Over 1,000 channel professionals descended on Battersea Evolution in London to kick off the holiday season with one last bash. From standout technologies to ...
Academia gets top marks with Smartdesc takeover
Oct 29, 2024 · Academia today made an A+ move to boost its technical services portfolio and managed services skills with its acquisition of MSP Smartdesc.. The newly bought company majors in the non-profit sector with sales across Microsoft hardware, software and cybersecurity. It has a headcount of 80 staff across the UK and Europe generating a turnover of £9m.
Channel Awards 2024 Shortlist - OUT TODAY!
Nov 19, 2024 · The first round of judging has been completed and the list of finalists can now be revealed! A huge congratulations goes to all the companies on the below list, the competition in many categories has been fierce, and to actually make the cut is something everyone should be very proud of. Some ...
‘Nothing short of extraordinary’ - Lawton to step down as CDW …
Carl Lawton, CTO and VP at CDW UK & International, has announced his departure from the company after 11 years with the VAR. Lawton broke the news in a LinkedIn post yesterday (28 November), reflecting on his time with the global IT solutions provider and hinting at new opportunities on the horizon.
SoftwareOne in advanced discussions to acquire Crayon
SoftwareOne has revealed it is in discussions to buy Crayon for a consideration of cash and shares. This comes as the Swiss reseller previously refused many bids itself from Bain Capital over the last couple years. Instead, the company made two acquisitions this year, with the merger of Spanish SAP ...
Air IT appoints Barney Taylor new CEO - channelweb.co.uk
Dec 9, 2024 · Nottingham-based MSP Air IT welcomes Barney Taylor as its new CEO as it intends to “capitalise on the rapidly growing UK SME IT services market.” The IT vet brings more than 20 years of experience in the channel, working for various companies such as Anite, Sopra Steria, Teliris, Dimension Data ...
Bechtle acquires UK’s Qolcom
Nov 26, 2024 · German reseller Bechtle today announced its acquisition of Newbury-based IT specialist Qolcom Limited (Qolcom).. Qolcom is a systems integrator of digital workplace solutions, intelligent network infrastructure and cybersecurity. The company achieved revenues of €30m (£25.16m) in the last fiscal year.