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closed 4/1/2005 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired META Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of META Group, Inc., a premier information technology research and consulting firm.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: META Group, Inc.
META Group is a leading provider of information technology research, advisory services, and strategic consulting. Delivering objective and actionable guidance, META Group's experienced analysts and consultants are trusted advisors to IT and business executives around the world. Our unique collabora
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$162
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$139
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$7
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23.8x
closed 3/27/2007 via

GenNx360 Capital Partners, Knox Lawrence International, Oak Hill Capital Partners, acquired Vertex Data Science Limited

See 768 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: A consortium of three U.S.-based private equity firms, Oak Hill Capital Partners, GenNx360 Capital Partners and Knox Lawrence International, have reached a definitive agreement to acquire Vertex Data Science Limited, a business process outsourcing subsidiary, from United Utilities PLC, based in the United Kingdom.
buyer: Oak Hill Capital Partners
buyer: Knox Lawrence International
buyer: GenNx360 Capital Partners
Oak Hill Capital Partners is a private equity firm with more than $4.6 billion of committed capital from leading entrepreneurs, endowments, foundations, corporations, pension funds and global financial institutions. Robert M. Bass is the lead investor. "
 target parent: United Utilities PLC
target: Vertex Data Science Limited
Vertex is a leading UK provider of outsourced business services and technology solutions with expertise in customer management. We develop and implement a range of service solutions including transformational outsourcing.
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closed 4/29/2005 via PR Newswire

Kline Company, acquired Cellestian LLC

See 768 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Kline & Company, Inc. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the consulting business of Cellestian LLC, a Philadelphia-based management consulting and technology firm.
buyer: Kline Company
Kline & Company is a management consulting and market research firm serving clients worldwide in the chemicals and materials, consumer products, life sciences, and energy sectors. "
 target: Cellestian LLC
Cellestian LLC is a consulting and technology firm founded by Jonathan Goldhill. We combine consulting with collaborative technologies because of the impact real-time collaboration tools have on the effectiveness and efficiency of our work compared with conventional ways of working.
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closed 11/6/2013 via PR Newswire

UMS Advisory, Inc., acquired IWMSconnect

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synopsis: UMS Advisory, Inc., a leading global management consulting firm, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of IWMSconnect, a globally recognized provider of advanced workplace technology research, program toolkits, and consultative services.
buyer: UMS Advisory, Inc.
UMS Advisory, a leading global management consulting firm, focuses on driving measurable performance improvements in Real Estate and Facilities Management (RE/FM) for blue chip companies. "
 target: IWMSconnect
IWMSconnect is recognized for its advanced knowledge platform and experienced leadership team that provides the data, tools, and insights. Their sight is set to innovating how organizations solve for integrated workplace management system (IWMS) technology more efficiently.
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announced 6/23/2008 via finextra.com

BancTec, Inc., will acquire Inndata

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synopsis: Nordic IT services group EDB Business Partner is selling its Swedish subsidiary Inndata to US BPO vendor BancTec. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
buyer: BancTec, Inc.
BancTec helps clients around the world simplify the process of managing their information. Founded in 1972, the company provides a wide range of solutions for automating complex, high-volume and data-intensive business processes. "
 target parent: EDB Business Partner ASA
target: Inndata
Inndata is an IT Operation in Sweden.
price ($mm)
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$5
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0.0x
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closed 1/9/2018 via BusinessWire

Arrow Electronics, Inc., acquired eInfochips, Ltd

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synopsis: Arrow Electronics, an enterprise computing solutions provider, announced that it has completed the acquisition of eInfochips, one of the world’s largest design and managed services companies. eInfochips works at every phase of technology deployment, including developing custom hardware and software and new IoT-based business models.
buyer: Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW:$26,812.51)
Arrow Electronics is a global provider of products, services and solutions to industrial and commercial users of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions. Arrow serves as a supply channel partner for original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers and commercial customers. "
 target: eInfochips, Ltd
eInfochips is one of the world’s largest design and managed services companies. eInfochips works at every phase of technology deployment, including developing custom hardware and software and new IoT-based business models. Their offerings include app and software development and big-data analytics.
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closed 1/31/2017 via Company Press Release

Randstad Holding NV, acquired AUSY SA

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synopsis: Randstad Holding has acquired 92.5% of the share capital of AUSY, one of France's leading advanced technology consultancies. AUSY's offering is based on two areas of specialisation: Information System’s management and organization, as well as Engineering Services and Industrial Systems.
buyer: Randstad Holding NV (ENXTAM:RAND:$24,635.00)
Randstad utilizes a technology-driven focus with a human touch to provide better staffing and business solutions to organizations around the world. Their team of experts match professionals with available career opportunities in a variety of fields. "
 target: AUSY SA (ENXTPA:OSI:$515.88)
AUSY is an international Consulting and Engineering firm in Advanced Technologies with a business model based on innovation and complementary services between information systems and industrial systems.
price ($mm)[EV]
$301 [$407]*
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$469
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$41
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0.9x
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10.6x
closed 12/11/2012 via BNC Analysis

Everbridge, Inc., acquired Hypersun Group Ltd.

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synopsis: Everbridge, the leading provider of interactive communication and mass notification solutions, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Hypersun Group Ltd., a specialized Internet and software engineering services firm. Hypersun Group Ltd. is a private company headquartered in Beijing China.
buyer: Everbridge, Inc. (EVBG:$200.88)
Everbridge, the world's recognized leader in incident notification systems, merges technology with industry expertise to help millions of people communicate in a crisis, manage operational incidents and connect on a daily basis. "
 target: Hypersun Group Ltd.
Hypersun Group Ltd. is a specialized Internet and software engineering services firm based in Beijing, China.
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closed 5/12/2006 via BusinessWire

Mindshare Interactive Campaigns, LLC, acquired RampWEB, Inc.

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synopsis: Mindshare Interactive Campaigns, LLC announced today its acquisition of RampWEB, Inc., a Texas-based firm, which provides Web accessibility consulting services to government agencies and contractors, corporations, universities, and other non-profit organizations.
buyer: Mindshare Interactive Campaigns, LLC
Mindshare Interactive Campaigns helps organizations leverage the communication opportunities created by technology. Since 1997, we have worked around the world with many of the leading corporations, associations, non-profit organizations and governmental entities to accomplish complex objectives. "
 target: RampWEB, Inc.
RampWEB, Inc. is a minority-based corporation founded to assist the most forward-thinking organizations retain key revenue streams and tap new markets by ensuring compliance with federal Section 508, state, and other international guidelines such as the W3C WCAG guidelines for accessibility.
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closed 4/26/2005 via PR Newswire

Isobar, acquired Molecular, Inc.

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synopsis: Isobar, the global full service digital network created by U.K. firm Aegis Group plc, today announced it has acquired Molecular, a leading technology consulting firm in the U.S. This move marks Isobar's second acquisition in the U.S. market, and the 11th for Isobar globally in the past 10 months.
buyer parent: Aegis Group PLC
buyer: Isobar
Isobar provides alignment, integration, coordination and leverage of all digital assets within Aegis on a global, regional and a national basis. Isobar provides clients with a full service digital marketing offering through its global network of 52 offices in 27 markets worldwide. "
 target: Molecular, Inc.
Molecular, a technology consulting firm, designs and builds Internet-based solutions to help companies increase revenues and decrease operating costs.
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closed 11/17/2005 via BusinessWire

Alta Communications, acquired The Yankee Group

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synopsis: Yankee Group, the world's largest research and advisory firm focused on communications and networking technologies, announced today that an investment group led by Alta Communications, a private equity firm, and Emily Nagle Green has acquired the firm from previous owner Decision Matrix Group, LLC.
buyer: Alta Communications
Alta Communications is a Boston-based private equity firm specializing in equity investments in media and communications companies. Alta Communications has a very successful track record and is extremely active, having invested in over 100 media and telecommunications companies. "
 target parent: The Monitor Group
target: The Yankee Group
The Yankee Group is a global leader in communications and networking research and consulting. Spanning numerous industries, the company provides strategic planning assistance, technology and market forecasting, and cross-industry analysis to support a wide range of clients on a worldwide basis.
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closed 8/27/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Merkle, Inc., acquired LiveArea

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synopsis: PFSweb, Inc., a global commerce services company, announced that it has completed the sale of LiveArea, its global customer experience and commerce agency business unit, to Merkle, Inc., a leading technology-enabled, data-driven customer experience management (CXM) company within Dentsu Group’s international business, Dentsu International.
buyer parent: Dentsu Inc.
buyer: Merkle, Inc.
Merkle is a leading data-driven, technology-enabled, global performance marketing agency that specializes in the delivery of unique, personalized customer experiences across platforms and devices. Merkle creates customer experiences that drive improved marketing results and shareholder value. "
 target parent: PFSweb, Inc.
target: LiveArea
LiveArea is an award-winning global customer experience and commerce agency. They bring the full potential of digital business to life, helping brands create meaningful and lasting customer connections.
price ($mm)
$250
rev ($mm)
$85
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EV / rev
2.9x
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closed 8/20/2013 via Wall Street Journal

Ebiquity plc, acquired Stratigent LLC

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synopsis: Ebiquity has acquired all of the membership interests in Stratigent LLC, a US-based multi-channel analytics provider that helps its clients to measure and optimise their consumer communications and engagement, predominantly focused on 'owned' channels.
buyer: Ebiquity plc (AIM:EBQ:$90.17)
Ebiquity plc, through its subsidiaries, provides a range of business critical data, analysis, and consultancy services to advertisers, media owners, and public relations professionals in the United Kingdom and internationally. "
 target: Stratigent LLC
Stratigent is the global leader in providing multi-channel analytics consulting to enterprise level brands. Stratigent focuses on transforming the way organizations leverage data to make business decisions in the digital analytics space.
price ($mm)
$4.00
rev ($mm)
$4
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EV / rev
2.4x
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closed 2/3/2004 via PR Newswire

Aerwav Integration Services Inc., acquired Mobius Technology Solutions Inc.

See 540 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Aerwav Integration Services Inc. (AIS), a provider of integrated security and critical communications solutions, announced today that it has acquired Mobius Technology Solutions Inc., a developer of custom Content Management Systems, E-commerce applications and secure data-management solutions.
buyer: Aerwav Integration Services Inc.
Aerwav Integration Services, Inc. ("AIS") is a communications services provider currently specializing in integrated security solutions. We combine the latest in cost-efficient technology, an expert staff and seamless system integration to protect and enhance the assets of our customers. Our value "
 target: Mobius Technology Solutions Inc.
Mobius Technology Solutions is a leading Web-development, business consulting, technology and marketing services firm that builds digital solutions that work for its customers. Mobius Technology Solutions focuses on Strategic Internet Consulting, Online Branding and Site Development, Custom E- comm
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closed 3/12/2013 via Yahoo, Inc.

Corporation Service Company, acquired Melbourne IT Digital Brand Services

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synopsis: Corporation Service Company announced that it has acquired the Digital Brand Services (DBS) division of Melbourne IT. Melbourne IT Digital Brand Services Inc. offers online brand monitoring and protection services. It helps companies manage their online presence and maximize the value of their online assets.
buyer: Corporation Service Company
Corporation Service Company provides matter management, corporate compliance, and trustee services; corporate identity protection services to top global brands; and due diligence and transactional services to the world’s largest financial institutions. "
 target parent: Melbourne IT Ltd.
target: Melbourne IT Digital Brand Services
Melbourne IT Digital Brand Services are leaders in corporate domain name management, online brand protection, promotion and security. They offer specialized expertise and analytical capability to help companies make smarter decisions to manage their online presence.
price ($mm)
$142
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$57
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2.7x
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closed 8/24/2009 via PR Newswire

Minds + Machines merged with Top Level Domain Holdings, Ltd.,

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synopsis: Top Level Domain Holdings, Ltd (TLDH) announced that it has completed a merger with Minds + Machines, a leading registry services provider for web-based top-level domains.TLDH is the only public company focused exclusively on acquiring and operating the new top-level domains authorized by ICANN.
buyer: Top Level Domain Holdings, Ltd.
Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd. (TLDH) is a publicly-traded holding company on the London AIM. The company is currently focused specifically on the new top level domain space (such as .com, .net and .org), organized and controlled by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). "
 target: Minds + Machines (AIM:MMX:$11.95)
Minds + Machines consulting services cover every aspect of the top-level domain (TLD) business. Espresso is Minds + Machines’ versatile, powerful, full-featured registry platform for new gTLDs.
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closed 5/26/2022 via BNC Analysis

Marlowe plc, acquired Cedrec Information Systems Limited

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synopsis: Marlowe plc has acquired Cedrec Information Systems, a leading digital platform providing Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) data & information. Cedrec provides data, information and legislative insights to approximately 1,000 customers who subscribe to its SaaS platform to manage their environmental and health & safety compliance processes.
buyer: Marlowe plc (MRL.L:$243.20)
Marlowe is the UK leader in specialist services which assure safety and regulatory compliance. The company was formed to create sustainable shareholder value through the acquisition and development of businesses that provide regulated safety and compliance services. "
 target: Cedrec Information Systems Limited
Cedrec Information Systems is a leading digital platform providing Environmental, Health and Safety data & information. Cedrec provides data, information and legislative insights to approximately 1,000 customers who subscribe to its SaaS platform to manage their EHS compliance processes.
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$2.53
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closed 2/19/2014 via GlobeNewswire

Sprinklr, acquired Dachis Corporation, Inc.

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synopsis: Sprinklr, the leading provider of Social Relationship Infrastructure, announced that it has acquired Austin, Texas-based Dachis Group, the leader in social and brand analytics. Sprinklr is how brands manage social experiences across internal business unit silos.
buyer: Sprinklr
Sprinklr is how brands manage social experiences across internal business unit silos. Unlike tools and platforms, Sprinklr is the only native, seamless, fully integrated Social Relationship Infrastructure. "
 target: Dachis Corporation, Inc.
Dachis Group is a leader in data-driven social marketing solutions. Utilizing a proprietary big data analytics platform, and an industry leading social solutions services practice, Dachis Group helps marketers master the real-time social conversations of their customers.
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closed 2/7/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Reputation Institute, acquired Mettle Consulting

See 551 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Reputation Institute (RI), a company that helps global companies unlock the power of their reputations for competitive advantage, has acquired London-based big data media analytics company Mettle Consulting Limited. Mettle Consulting measures a brand’s trust levels and gives predictive insight into a customers’ experience.
buyer: Reputation Institute
Reputation Institute’s RepTrak® methodology is the gold standard in the science of reputation measurement and management. Reputation Institute helps global companies unlock the power of their reputations for competitive advantage. "
 target: Mettle Consulting
Mettle Consulting measures a brand’s trust levels, gives predictive insight into a customers’ experience, and so enables clients to grow their market share. Their trust analysis provides breadth and depth.
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announced 2/8/2017 via BNC Analysis

Be Heard Group plc, will acquire Freemavens

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synopsis: Digital marketing services firm Be Heard Group PLC said it has agreed to buy a 75% stake in UK-based Freemavens Ltd, a marketing analytics consultancy, and will back the deal with a GBP2.1 million share placing.
buyer: Be Heard Group plc (AIM:BHRD:$69.14)
Be Heard Group plc is a digital marketing group at the intersection of marketing, technology and e-commerce. Their vision is to build an agile interconnected group focused on helping clients maximize their return on investment from digital marketing. "
 target: Freemavens
Freemavens was founded in 2012 by Andrej Moyseowicz and Christopher Palengat, and aims to solve clients’ business challenges and develop insights using big data. It has a staff of 20 and has developed several in-house data analytics tools and methodologies.
price ($mm)[EV]
$1.04 [$2.13]*
rev ($mm)
$2
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$1
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1.1x
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4.8x
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closed 4/1/2005 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired META Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of META Group, Inc., a premier information technology research and consulting firm.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: META Group, Inc.
META Group is a leading provider of information technology research, advisory services, and strategic consulting. Delivering objective and actionable guidance, META Group's experienced analysts and consultants are trusted advisors to IT and business executives around the world. Our unique collabora
price ($mm)
$162
rev ($mm)
$139
EBITDA ($mm)
$7
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1.2x
EV / EBITDA
23.8x
closed 10/3/2019 via BNC Analysis

Gartner, Inc., acquired Topo, Inc

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synopsis: Gartner, a leading research and advisory company and a member of the S&P 500, has acquired TOPO, a research, advisory, and consulting firm for sales and marketing organizations, to better help companies continue to grow revenue faster and sustain that growth.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner is a leading research and advisory company and a member of the S&P 500. Gartner's combination of expert-led, practitioner-sourced, and data-driven research steers clients toward the right decisions on the issues that matter most. "
 target: Topo, Inc
TOPO is a research, advisory, and consulting firm that helps sales and marketing adopt the patterns and plays that drive faster revenue growth. The company develops research insights, actionable assessments, and market technology guides for marketing, sales development, and sales.
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closed 9/6/2018 via PE Hub

Marlin Equity Partners, acquired Challenger Inc.

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synopsis: Marlin Equity Partners is pleased to announce that it has acquired the Challenger from Gartner, Inc. Challenger offers a suite of professional skills development, intelligence and workflow solutions that are underpinned by the world-renowned, research-based Challenger™ and Effortless Experience™ sales and marketing methodologies.
buyer: Marlin Equity Partners
Marlin Equity Partners is a global investment firm with over $6.7 billion of capital under management. The firm is focused on providing corporate parents, shareholders and other stakeholders with tailored solutions that meet their business and liquidity needs. "
 target parent: Gartner, Inc.
target: Challenger Inc.
Challenger is a leading global performance improvement platform that delivers a comprehensive portfolio of solutions focused on sales and marketing and customer service training through in-person workshops, eLearning and workflow tools, diagnostic and assessment offerings and more.
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announced 9/6/2018 via PR Web

Explorance, will acquire Metrics That Matter

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synopsis: Explorance, the leading provider of Learning Journey Analytics solutions, announces that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Metrics That Matter (MTM), which is being divested from Gartner, Inc. MTM is a leading provider of Learning & Development (L&D) data and analytics solutions for the corporate market.
buyer: Explorance
eXplorance, a Learning Experience Management solutions provider, empowers organizations in making the right decisions with fact-based learning analytics. eXplorance’s Blue® and Bluepulse®, help instill a culture of continuous improvement by assessing, analysing, and improving stakeholder needs. "
 target parent: Gartner, Inc.
target: Metrics That Matter
Metrics That Matter™ is the world's leading learning analytics system, providing talent development leaders with key data about the quality and impact of their programs.
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announced 3/6/2017 via BNC Analysis

Gartner, Inc., will acquire L2 Inc.

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the world's leading information technology research and advisory company, is acquiring L2 Inc., a subscription-based business intelligence service that benchmarks the digital competence of brands. They provide their member brands with actionable, data-driven insights on their digital performance.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related insight necessary for their clients to make the right decisions, every day. "
 target: L2 Inc.
L2 is a subscription-based business intelligence service that benchmarks the digital competence of brands. They provide their member brands with actionable, data-driven insights on their digital performance at a fraction of the cost of traditional consulting.
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closed 4/6/2017 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired CEB Global

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company, announced that it has completed its acquisition of CEB Inc., the industry leader in providing best practice and talent management insights.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related insight necessary for their clients to make the right decisions, every day. "
 target: CEB Global (CEB:$938.58)
CEB is a best practice insight and technology company. In partnership with leading organizations around the globe, CEB develop innovative solutions to drive corporate performance. CEB equips leaders at more than 10,000 companies with the intelligence to manage talent, customers and operations.
price ($mm)[EV]
$2,600 [$3,300]
rev ($mm)
$950
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$200
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3.5x
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16.5x
closed 11/16/2016 via BNC Analysis

Gartner, Inc., acquired Machina Research

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synopsis: Machina Research announces its acquisition by Gartner, the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. Over the last six years Machina Research has assembled a market-leading set of analysts and research focused on the Internet of Things.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related insight necessary for their clients to make the right decisions, every day. "
 target: Machina Research
Machina Research is the world's leading advisor on the Internet of Things, M2M and Big Data. Through multi-client reports and client-specific consultancy Machina Research helps clients understand and embrace the opportunities created by the wide range of new forms of connected devices in the IoT.
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closed 6/28/2016 via BNC Analysis

Gartner, Inc., acquired SCM World

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synopsis: Gartner announced the acquisition of SCM World. The company is a leading cross-industry peer network and learning community providing subscription-based research and conferences powered by the world's most influential chief supply chain officers and senior supply chain practitioners.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related insight necessary for their clients to make the right decisions, every day. "
 target: SCM World
SCM World accelerates collective learning and performance across the supply chain industry. They harness the knowledge and expertise of the most forward-thinking supply chain practitioners to help spark new ideas and to challenge and validate existing strategies.
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closed 9/25/2015 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired Capterra, Inc.

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., a leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced the acquisition of Capterra. Capterra helps organizations find the right business software to meet their needs. The acquisition is consistent with Gartner’s growth strategy to help clients make the right technology-related decisions.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. The company delivers the technology-related insight necessary for its clients to make the right decisions. Gartner is a valuable partner to clients in approximately 10,000 distinct enterprises worldwide. "
 target: Capterra, Inc. (:$6.00)
Capterra is the online marketplace for the enterprise software industry. Capterra's online software directories and complementary tools provide organizations with a free, comprehensive resource to research software solutions.
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closed 7/15/2015 via BNC Analysis

Gartner, Inc., acquired CloudHarmony

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synopsis: Information technology research and advisory company Gartner has acquired CloudHarmony, an independent cloud performance benchmarking provider. CloudHarmony offers performance benchmarking, uptime monitoring, cloud consulting, cloud benchmarking consultation, cloud selection assistance, and cloud service profiling services for organizations.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: CloudHarmony
CloudHarmony, founded in 2009, offers performance benchmarking, network benchmarking, uptime monitoring, cloud consulting, cloud benchmarking consultation, cloud selection assistance, and cloud service profiling services for organizations.
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closed 7/1/2015 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired Nubera

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., a provider of research on the global IT industry, has acquired Nubera, a provider of research programs and detailed user-generated and editorial reviews of software and mobile apps. Nubera, whose web property is GetApp, helps organizations discover, compare and choose the right business software and applications for their needs.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: Nubera
Nubera develops cloud apps management services, with a strong focus on small and medium size businesses. Nubera's platforms attracts unique visits every month and covers all the main product platforms (cloud-based software, tablet apps, mobile apps, native apps, etc.) and business categories.
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closed 6/30/2014 via Company Press Release

Gartner, Inc., acquired Senexx

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced that it has acquired Senexx, a cloud-based questions and answers platform that identifies and manages expertise within organizations.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target parent: TechStars
target: Senexx
Senexx is an internal Question and Answers platform that helps corporate identify and manage expertise within their organization, using a patent pending technology. Senexx is a private cloud-based service that integrates seamlessly into an organization's existing enterprise networking platform.
price ($mm)
$5.70
rev ($mm)
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EV / rev
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closed 3/11/2014 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired Software Advice

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced the acquisition of Software Advice, Inc., a trusted software review site.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: Software Advice
Software Advice is a trusted resource for software buyers. The company’s website, www.softwareadvice.com, provides detailed reviews, comparisons and research to help organizations choose the right software.
price ($mm)
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closed 12/30/2009 via BusinessWire

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced that it acquired Burton Group, Inc., a leading research and advisory services firm that focuses on providing practical, technically in-depth advice to front-line IT professionals.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: Burton Group
Burton Group provides in-depth, IT research and advisory services to executives and technologists. Burton Group provides clients company-wide access to its world-renowned analysts and a suite of powerful, intuitive research and decision support tools unmatched in the industry.
price ($mm)
$50
rev ($mm)
$30
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.9x
EV / EBITDA
closed 12/21/2009 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired AMR Research

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of AMR Research, Inc. AMR Research is a leading research and advisory services firm serving supply chain management and IT professionals.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: AMR Research
AMR Research is the world’s leading independent research firm focused on the global supply chain and its supporting technologies. Founded in 1986 and privately held, AMR Research provides subscription advisory services and peer networking opportunities.
price ($mm)
$54
rev ($mm)
$40
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.6x
EV / EBITDA
closed 2/21/2008 via PR Newswire

CMP Channel, acquired Vision Events International

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synopsis: CMP Channel, the number one destination for technology vendors and marketers looking to reach the $390 billion solution provider channel, announced that it has acquired Vision Events(R), a division of Gartner, Inc., and a provider of specialized domestic and international face-to-face IT events.
buyer parent: United Business Media PLC
buyer: CMP Channel
Everything Channel is the global leader in Channel execution and serves as the one stop shop for Solution Providers and the hardware and software suppliers that engage with the indirect sales Channel, which drives 75 percent of all technology sales throughout the world. "
 target parent: Gartner, Inc.
target: Vision Events International
Vision Events, a division of Gartner, Inc., is a leading producer of highly focused business events that bring Resellers and End Users together with leading and emerging Vendors in Private Boardroom Appointments to form strategic partnerships and secure new business in the technology sector.
price ($mm)
$11
rev ($mm)
$21
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.5x
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/1/2005 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired META Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of META Group, Inc., a premier information technology research and consulting firm.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: META Group, Inc.
META Group is a leading provider of information technology research, advisory services, and strategic consulting. Delivering objective and actionable guidance, META Group's experienced analysts and consultants are trusted advisors to IT and business executives around the world. Our unique collabora
price ($mm)
$162
rev ($mm)
$139
EBITDA ($mm)
$7
EV / rev
1.2x
EV / EBITDA
23.8x
closed 9/13/2016 via GlobeNewswire

AOTMP, acquired Mobilocity LLC

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synopsis: AOTMP, the leader in telecom management practices and industry standards for enterprises and vendors, announced that it acquired various assets of Mobilocity LLC, which provides market research, conferences & events and a number of certification programs.
buyer parent: Evotem
buyer: AOTMP
AOTMP is a global leader providing telecom management best practices and industry standards for organizations and the vendors who support them. AOTMP solutions help enterprises drive performance, efficiency and productivity while significantly reducing costs. "
 target: Mobilocity LLC
Mobilocity focuses on monitoring and analyzing emerging trends, technologies, and market behavior in mobile computing and wireless data communications devices, software, and services. Mobilocity looks at devices, applications, and services as well as wireless connectivity to those devices.
price ($mm)
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closed 11/6/2013 via PR Newswire

UMS Advisory, Inc., acquired IWMSconnect

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synopsis: UMS Advisory, Inc., a leading global management consulting firm, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of IWMSconnect, a globally recognized provider of advanced workplace technology research, program toolkits, and consultative services.
buyer: UMS Advisory, Inc.
UMS Advisory, a leading global management consulting firm, focuses on driving measurable performance improvements in Real Estate and Facilities Management (RE/FM) for blue chip companies. "
 target: IWMSconnect
IWMSconnect is recognized for its advanced knowledge platform and experienced leadership team that provides the data, tools, and insights. Their sight is set to innovating how organizations solve for integrated workplace management system (IWMS) technology more efficiently.
price ($mm)
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EV / EBITDA
closed 12/21/2009 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired AMR Research

See 97 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of AMR Research, Inc. AMR Research is a leading research and advisory services firm serving supply chain management and IT professionals.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: AMR Research
AMR Research is the world’s leading independent research firm focused on the global supply chain and its supporting technologies. Founded in 1986 and privately held, AMR Research provides subscription advisory services and peer networking opportunities.
price ($mm)
$54
rev ($mm)
$40
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.6x
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/11/2007 via

YouGov plc, acquired Polimetrix

See 47 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: YouGov, plc the UK's leading online market research company, will acquire Palo Alto-based Polimetrix, Inc., a leader in online polling in the US. YouGov acquired 32% of Polimetrix in December 2006 and will pay $24.1 million in cash and stock for the remaining 68% of Polimetrix that it does not currently own.
buyer: YouGov plc (AIM:YOU:$223.64)
YouGov is a professional market research agency pioneering the use of the Internet and information technology to collect higher-quality in-depth data for market research and public consultation. The sample for each survey is carefully selected and controlled. "
 target: Polimetrix
Polimetrix conduct surveys through our PollingPoint website, which provides anyone interested with the opportunity to participate in interesting and serious polls on a variety of topics. PollingPoint also conducts surveys among its opt-in panelists via e-mail. Our only business is polling.
price ($mm)
$24*
rev ($mm)
$2
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
16.4x
EV / EBITDA
closed 3/30/2007 via PR Newswire

Harris Interactive, acquired MediaTransfer AG Netresearch and Consulting

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synopsis: Harris Interactive has acquired MediaTransfer AG Netresearch & Consulting, a private European online research firm based in Hamburg, Germany which will provide access into the $2.2 billion German market research market - the fourth-largest in the world.
buyer: Harris Interactive (HPOL:$140.32)
Harris Interactive is the 12th largest and fastest-growing market research firm in the world. The company provides innovative research, insights and strategic advice to help its clients make more confident decisions which lead to measurable and enduring improvements in performance. "
 target: MediaTransfer AG Netresearch and Consulting
MediaTransfer AG specializes in online market research. Worldwide online panels allow MediaTransfer AG to offer clients from many different industries such as consumer and durable goods, telecommunications, financial services and automobile international market research, one stop.
price ($mm)
$8.10
rev ($mm)
$5
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
2.0x
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/22/2007 via Company Press Release

VNU Media Measurement & Information, purchased a minority stake in NetRatings, Inc.

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synopsis: The Nielsen Company and NetRatings, Inc. completed the previously announced merger of NetRatings with a wholly owned subsidiary of The Nielsen Company.
buyer parent: Valcon Acquisition BV
buyer: VNU Media Measurement & Information
VNU Media Measurement & Information: global leader in measuring the usage of media. Every day, thousands of companies around the world rely on the information of VNU Media Measurement & Information to help them improve their business performance. "
 target parent: Valcon Acquisition BV
target: NetRatings, Inc.
NetRatings, Inc. delivers leading Internet media and market research solutions, marketed globally under the Nielsen//NetRatings brand. With high quality, technology-driven products and services, Nielsen//NetRatings is the global standard for Internet audience measurement.
price ($mm)
$306*
rev ($mm)
$82
EBITDA ($mm)
$6
EV / rev
9.5x
EV / EBITDA
127.1x
closed 3/27/2006 via BusinessWire

Informed Balance merged with Sway, Inc.,

See 47 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Sway, Inc., a fast-growing, interactive marketing agency that builds social networks online, announced that it has merged with Informed Balance, a consulting firm which designs user experiences for global Fortune 500 companies.
buyer: Sway, Inc.
Sway creates innovative online experiences for businesses and their audiences. Through research, development and promotion, Sway creates measurable results that improve its clients' online presence, brand, and sales. "
 target: Informed Balance
Informed Balance provides a host of online services such as Web strategy, usability and search engine optimization. The team of software engineers and user-centered designers balance market research, Web analytics and processes with the people side of the technology equation.
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closed 12/14/2015 via PR Newswire

Connexity, acquired Hitwise Pty. Ltd.

See 45 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Digital marketing company Connexity, Inc. has acquired Hitwise, a leader in large-scale online clickstream data collection and consumer behavioral analytics. Hitwise's broad, audience-based insights into consumer online behavioral trends bolsters Connexity's offering to marketers, agencies and publishers.
buyer parent: Symphony Technology Group
buyer: Connexity
Connexity, Inc. is a technology driven marketing solutions company that leverages almost twenty years of ecommerce expertise to enable retailers and brands to understand their consumers better, acquire new customers at a lower cost, and increase sales. "
 target parent: Experian plc
target: Hitwise Pty. Ltd.
Hitwise is the leading online competitive intelligence service. Only Hitwise provides its 1,200 global clients with daily insights on how their customers interact with a broad range of competitive websites, and how their competitors use different tactics to attract online customers.
price ($mm)
$47
rev ($mm)
$74
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.7x
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/20/2013 via Wall Street Journal

Ebiquity plc, acquired Stratigent LLC

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synopsis: Ebiquity has acquired all of the membership interests in Stratigent LLC, a US-based multi-channel analytics provider that helps its clients to measure and optimise their consumer communications and engagement, predominantly focused on 'owned' channels.
buyer: Ebiquity plc (AIM:EBQ:$90.17)
Ebiquity plc, through its subsidiaries, provides a range of business critical data, analysis, and consultancy services to advertisers, media owners, and public relations professionals in the United Kingdom and internationally. "
 target: Stratigent LLC
Stratigent is the global leader in providing multi-channel analytics consulting to enterprise level brands. Stratigent focuses on transforming the way organizations leverage data to make business decisions in the digital analytics space.
price ($mm)
$4.00
rev ($mm)
$4
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
2.4x
EV / EBITDA
closed 1/28/2010 via Company Press Release

Ipsos S.A, acquired OTX

See 96 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: Ipsos has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of OTX Corporation (OTX - Online Testing Exchange), a fast growing online consumer research firm. Founded in 2000 as a division of iFilm, OTX was acquired from iFilm by the Pilot Group, ZelnickMedia and Shelley Zalis, OTX’s founder and Chief Executive Officer, in 2004.
buyer: Ipsos S.A (ENXTPA:IPS:$2,361.14)
Ipsos is the second largest survey based research company in the world. Headquartered in Paris, it has offices in 64 countries and conducts research in more than 100 countries. Founded in 1975, it is still managed and controlled by research professionals. "
 target: OTX
OTX is a global research and consulting firm (18th largest US) that specializes in providing a suite of multimedia research products to the marketing, entertainment and advertising communities.
price ($mm)[EV]
$60 [$73]
rev ($mm)
$60
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.4x
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/9/2009 via Company Press Release

The Nielsen Company, Inc., acquired KoreanClick

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synopsis: The Nielsen Company announced that it has acquired KoreanClick, the leading Web measurement company in South Korea. Already setting the standard for Internet measurement in the fast growing Asia/Pacific region, Nielsen further extends its global leadership with this acquisition.
buyer parent: Valcon Acquisition BV
buyer: The Nielsen Company, Inc. (NLSN:$3,500.00)
The Nielsen Company is world’s leading provider of marketing information, audience measurement, and business media products and services. Nielsen provides clients with the most complete view of their consumers and their markets. "
 target: KoreanClick
KoreanClick collects and analyzes information regarding the behaviors of South Korean Internet users. Through these activities KoreanClick offers local and foreign companies information about the internet industry, media research results, consulting services and search engine marketing information.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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EV / EBITDA
closed 4/19/2007 via PR Newswire

Experian Information Solutions, acquired Hitwise Pty. Ltd.

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synopsis: Experian, the global information solutions company, has acquired Hitwise, a leading Internet marketing intelligence company, which helps clients monitor the performance of their websites and target their online advertising spend more effectively. The purchase price is approximately $240m and will be funded from Experian's existing cash resources.
buyer: Experian Information Solutions
Experian is a global leader in providing information solutions to organizations and consumers. It helps organizations find, develop and manage profitable customer relationships by providing information, decision-making solutions and processing services. "
 target parent: Insight Venture Partners
target: Hitwise Pty. Ltd.
Hitwise is the leading online competitive intelligence service. Only Hitwise provides its 1,200 global clients with daily insights on how their customers interact with a broad range of competitive websites, and how their competitors use different tactics to attract online customers.
price ($mm)
$240
rev ($mm)
$40
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
6.0x
EV / EBITDA
announced 5/11/2011 via Market Wire

e-Rewards, Inc., will acquire Conversition Strategies

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synopsis: e-Rewards, Inc. has reached an agreement to acquire Conversition Strategies, a pioneer in the Social Media Research industry. Its primary, EvoListen, collects data sourced from online social media outlets, filters the data collected, utilizes scientific sampling and weighting to report the results, and then formats it into quantitative data sets.
buyer: e-Rewards, Inc.
e-Rewards, Inc. is a global leader in permission based digital data collection and reporting. With over 1000 employees worldwide, it operates a strong portfolio of brands including Research Now, e-Miles, and Peanut Labs. "
 target: Conversition Strategies
Conversition Strategies is an online social media data collection company based in Toronto, Canada. Conversition listens to consumers by applying scientific principles to the collection and analysis of social media data.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 10/8/2010 via Market Wire

e-Rewards, Inc., acquired Peanut Labs, Inc.

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synopsis: e-Rewards, Inc. announced the successful completion of its recently announced transaction to acquire Peanut Labs, Inc. ("Peanut Labs"). Effective immediately, Peanut Labs is a wholly-owned subsidiary of e-Rewards.
buyer: e-Rewards, Inc.
e-Rewards, Inc., owns Research Now, a global online sampling and online data collection company, recognized for delivering high-quality panelists, high response rates, and industry-leading panel retention rates. "
 target: Peanut Labs, Inc.
Peanut Labs enables companies to gather quality data for market research by embedding surveys into a large and diverse population of social media sites. Peanut Labs has grown its respondent pool from 20 million consumers in 2007 to over 240 million consumers to date.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 9/1/2010 via PR Newswire

Alterian, acquired Intrepid

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synopsis: Alterian, the leader in customer engagement technology and solutions, announced that it has acquired Intrepid, an international market research and social media analytics consultancy. The acquisition further strengthens Alterian's market leadership position in social media marketing, and its application to the mainstream marketing mix.
buyer: Alterian (ALN:$184.18)
Alterian enables organizations to create relevant, effective and engaging experiences with their customers and prospects through social, digital, and traditional marketing channels. "
 target: Intrepid
Intrepid is a global social media analytics and market research consultancy that supports business transformation through a deep, multi-channel understanding of people, markets and technology.
price ($mm)
$3.54
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 9/15/2011 via BusinessWire

Genpact Ltd, will acquire EmPower Research LLC

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synopsis: Genpact Limited has signed a definitive agreement to acquire EmPower Research, an integrated media and business research company with strong capabilities in social media research, media monitoring and measurement. This acquisition will add significant expertise and intellectual property to Genpact’s Smart Decision Services business.
buyer: Genpact Ltd (G:$3,699.55)
Genpact is a global leader in business process and technology management, offering a broad portfolio of enterprise and industry-specific services. The company manages over 3,000 processes for more than 400 clients worldwide. "
 target: EmPower Research LLC
EmPower Research is an integrated media and business research company. The company uses proprietary methodologies to listen and learn about conversations in the client ecosystem, deriving real insights for active stakeholder engagement.
price ($mm)
$17
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 5/12/2011 via BusinessWire

Forrester Research Inc., acquired Springboard Research

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synopsis: Forrester Research, Inc., an independent research company that provides pragmatic and forward-thinking advice to global leaders in business and technology, has acquired Springboard Research. Springboard is a provider of research and advisory services focused on Asia Pacific and emerging markets.
buyer: Forrester Research Inc. (FORR:$349.37)
Forrester Research is an independent research company that provides pragmatic and forward-thinking advice to global leaders in business and technology. It works with professionals in 19 key roles at major companies providing proprietary research, customer insight, consulting, events, and more. "
 target parent: Knowledge Platform
target: Springboard Research
Springboard Research is a next-generation IT market research and advisory firm. Springboard leverages its pioneering research model to deliver greater agility and flexibility in IT market research and helps its clients lead, rather than follow, market trends.
price ($mm)
$6.70
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 12/30/2009 via BusinessWire

Gartner, Inc., acquired Burton Group

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synopsis: Gartner, Inc., the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry, announced that it acquired Burton Group, Inc., a leading research and advisory services firm that focuses on providing practical, technically in-depth advice to front-line IT professionals.
buyer: Gartner, Inc. (IT:$4,051.88)
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Gartner delivers the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. Gartner is the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. "
 target: Burton Group
Burton Group provides in-depth, IT research and advisory services to executives and technologists. Burton Group provides clients company-wide access to its world-renowned analysts and a suite of powerful, intuitive research and decision support tools unmatched in the industry.
price ($mm)
$50
rev ($mm)
$30
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.9x
EV / EBITDA
closed 1/4/2021 via BusinessWire

TechTarget, Inc., acquired Enterprise Strategy Group

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synopsis: TechTarget, Inc., the global leader in B2B technology purchase intent data and services for marketing and sales, announced the acquisition of The Enterprise Strategy Group, Inc. (ESG), a leading provider of decision-support content based on user research and market analysis for global enterprise technology companies.
buyer: TechTarget, Inc. (TTGT:$198.84)
TechTarget is the global leader in purchase marketing and sales services that deliver business impact for enterprise technology companies. By creating high-quality editorial content across more than 140 highly targeted technology-specific websites, they attract communities of technology buyers. "
 target: Enterprise Strategy Group
Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) is an integrated, full-service IT analyst and business strategy firm, world-renowned for forward-looking market intelligence, analysis, and consulting services that deliver proven, measurable results.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
announced 10/19/2016 via PR Newswire

James Brehm & Associates will be merged with 151 Advisors,

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synopsis: 151 Advisors, a global strategic consulting firm specializing in mobility, Internet of Things (IoT), Smart Cities, security and cloud-based technologies, and James Brehm & Associates, a leading IoT market intelligence and consulting firm have entered into a definitive agreement to merge and create the premier IoT consulting firm.
buyer: 151 Advisors
Founded in 2007, 151 Advisors is a strategic consulting firm with a global reputation for helping international technology companies build and execute go-to-market strategies that drive expansion, revenue growth and shareholder value. "
 target: James Brehm & Associates
Founded in 2014, James Brehm & Associates is a consulting and market intelligence firm providing project based and retained strategic advisory services to technology companies worldwide. They empower companies to unlock unforeseen business potential in a hyper-connected world.
price ($mm)
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EV / EBITDA
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Cognizant Technology Solutions
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Cognizant is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$17,914.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$3,153.00
EBIT ($mm)
$2,601.00
Net Income ($mm)
$1,877.00
Employees
318400
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Ticker: TSE:9715
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
transcosmos inc.
transcosmos inc.
transcosmos currently offers Cost Reduction Services (Contact Center, HR/Financial/Sales Back Office, Order Management/SCM, System Development) and Sales Expansion Services (Big Data Analysis, Internet Advertising, Website Construction/Management, Smartphone/SNS Utilization, Telemarketing etc.).
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$1,981.09
EBITDA ($mm)
$102.87
EBIT ($mm)
$78.08
Net Income ($mm)
$42.23
Employees
16401
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Ticker: BSE:532528
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Datamatics Global Services Ltd
Datamatics Global Services Ltd
Datamatics is a global Information Technology (IT) and Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO) organization focused on delivering smart, next-generation business solutions that help enterprises across the world overcome their business challenges.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$134.30
EBITDA ($mm)
$11.42
EBIT ($mm)
$8.29
Net Income ($mm)
$13.96
Employees
4600
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Ticker: SYAI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cloudeeva, Inc.
Cloudeeva, Inc.
Cloudeeva is the leading provider of fully diversified, end-to-end enterprise cloud solutions and information technology solutions to commercial and government clients worldwide.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$40.00
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
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Ticker: AU:PWR
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Powerlan Ltd.
Powerlan is publicly listed company that provides specialist information technology products and services, business process outsourcing and infrastructure support through a group of specialist companies.
year
2011
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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Ticker: NSEI:HCLTECH
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HCL Technologies Limited
HCL Technologies Limited
Founded in 1976 as one of India's original IT garage start-ups, HCL is a pioneer of modern computing with many firsts to its credit, including the introduction of the 8-bit microprocessor based computer in 1978 well before its global peers.
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$11,481.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$2,660.00
EBIT ($mm)
$2,170.00
Net Income ($mm)
$1,807.00
Employees
168977
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Ticker: TSE:9433
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
KDDI Corporation
KDDI Corporation
KDDI Corporation are Japan’s global telecommunications pioneer and a Global Fortune 500 company providing their international customer base with data centers, networks, content delivery, system integration, and more around the world.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$43,688.49
EBITDA ($mm)
$13,172.11
EBIT ($mm)
$8,274.10
Net Income ($mm)
$4,940.96
Employees
35032
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Ticker: IT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gartner, Inc.
Gartner, Inc.
Gartner, Inc. is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. The company delivers the technology-related insight necessary for its clients to make the right decisions. Gartner is a valuable partner to clients in approximately 10,000 distinct enterprises worldwide.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$4,051.88
EBITDA ($mm)
$590.74
EBIT ($mm)
$377.51
Net Income ($mm)
$219.97
Employees
15173
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Ticker: TSE:3905
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Datasection Inc.
Datasection Inc.
Datasection Inc. is a Japanese company that provides marketing research, data provision and processing, and image analysis services. They offer analysis tools and research services for social media to help businesses mitigate social media risks such as rumors and accelerate their marketing.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$10.44
EBITDA ($mm)
$1.63
EBIT ($mm)
$0.42
Net Income ($mm)
$0.06
Employees
66
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Ticker: WBTO.OB
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Web2 Corp
Web2 Corporation is an Internet technology marketing company focused on improving the ways people and businesses utilize the power of the Internet. We specialize in rapid creation and adaptation of technologies to address new markets of users by creating and simplifying useful products.
year
2006
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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Ticker: BTZO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bitzio, Inc.
Bitzio, Inc.
Bitzio is a leading mobile media and app development company focused on connecting fans of large entertainment and sports properties with the players, celebrities and teams they love. Powering these apps is the Bitzio Engine, which captures valuable user data and drives increased user monetization.
year
2014
rev ($mm)
$0.29
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.39)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.43)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
6
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