Baker Tilly Tech M&A has advised Business Software Group (BSG) on its recent acquisition of Grupo10, a leading developer of intellectual property (IP) management software. This transaction marks BSG's entry into the growing market for IP management solutions, reinforcing its commitment to expanding its portfolio of innovative services.
With this acquisition, BSG integrates Grupo10's expertise in industrial property, patent, and trademark management software into its ecosystem of B2B software solutions. Ventura Gil, President of BSG, stated: "The incorporation of Grupo10 into the BSG family is a strategic step that allows us to address the growing needs for the protection and management of intellectual assets of our clients, while diversifying our service offerings."
Target: Grupo10
Grupo10 is a pioneer in intellectual property management software and is renowned for its flagship solution, Apiges Pro, which is widely used in Spain and has a growing presence in Latin America. The company specializes in advanced tools for managing patents, trademarks, and intellectual property assets.
"Being part of an innovative group like BSG provides us with the resources and technological capabilities needed to drive our growth and strengthen our position in the intellectual property market. Together, we will develop more advanced tools to meet the growing demands of our clients."
David Galindo, director general de Grupo10
Investor: Business Software Group (BSG)
Business Software Group (BSG) is a Spanish business group specializing in B2B software. Since its foundation in 2020, it has experienced rapid growth through an acquisition and consolidation strategy of scalable software companies with recurring business models. In recent years, it has acquired 16 companies, employing 450 workers. Its focus is on empowering and accelerating the growth of entrepreneurs through a set of independent companies specialized in the manufacturing, marketing, implementation, and support of business management software.
Currently, BSG is one of the leading providers of ERP software platforms, CAE, asset management, financial reporting, intellectual property, patents, and trademarks.
Baker Tilly Tech M&A Advisors:
Baker Tilly has advised Business Software Group in the negotiations with the management team of Grupo10. Diego Gutiérrez, a partner specializing in the technology sector, led the team. Baker Tilly has a specialized mergers and acquisitions team and has consistently ranked in the Top 10 of the global market for small and medium-sized companies, being a reference as advisors for the acquisition of technology companies.
Baker Tilly International's corporate finance services include advising on cross-border transactions for clients doing business in multiple locations. Baker Tilly's network spans more than 140 territories, with more than 43,000 people working in 650 offices.
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