Workshop
Understanding M&A:
The Why, When, and How of M&A for IT Companies
Strada Studenților 9
Language of presentations – English
Key Points:
What is M&A and How to Determine if a Company Needs It?
- The main reasons why IT companies turn to M&A strategies.
What Advantages Do IT Companies Gain from M&A Deals?
- Case studies of successful M&A deals in the IT industry.
Valuation of IT Companies Before an M&A Deal
- Key metrics that investors consider.
- Specifics of evaluating IT companies.
Main Risks IT Companies Face in M&A Deals
- Case studies of unsuccessful M&A deals and their lessons.
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Spin-off of Creatio’s Integration Department: Separated the integration department of one of the leading global CRM system developers, Creatio, into an independent business structure, improving business management efficiency.
Attraction of Horizon Capital as a Minority Shareholder: Successfully attracted Horizon Capital as a minority shareholder in one of the largest Ukrainian IT companies, Intellias, contributing to its further development and international market expansion.
Sale of SolbefSoft’s Majority Stake: Sold a majority stake of the outsourcing IT company SolbefSoft to strategic partner Helmes, optimizing operations and opening new opportunities for both companies.
