IT mergers and acquisitions

Explore news and trend stories on the IT mergers and acquisitions reshaping MSPs and other IT channel companies. Gain insight into IT services deals and cloud mergers and acquisitions.

October 01, 2021 01 Oct'21
IT services M&A, spinoffs feature Trace3, IBM

Transactions continue to abound heading into the fourth quarter of 2021, as private equity investors and strategic buyers scour the market for deals; other IT channel news.
September 24, 2021 24 Sep'21
ServiceNow partner Thirdera buys 5th company, UX/UI skills

With the acquisition of Appoxio, Thirdera expanded its UX/UI capabilities and plans to help clients improve ServiceNow workflows; other IT channel news.
August 31, 2021 31 Aug'21
2nd Watch blends cloud offerings, pro services amid growth

The professional services and managed cloud company has set its sights on M&A in 2022. The firm also seeks to develop an integrated service experience under new leadership.
August 20, 2021 20 Aug'21
Cyber-risk rating firm Black Kite ups channel focus

Black Kite has unveiled its Aviator partner program for VARs, MSSPs and systems integrators; other IT channel news.

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