Today’s M&A deals include announcements on Nexpublica, Lanteas, PeakAvenue, OSSENO, Sage, Criterion, among others.
Nexpublica acquires Lanteas
Nexpublica announced the acquisition of public-sector CRM software company Lanteas aiming to strengthen its position in government digital transformation solutions. Lanteas brings advanced citizen engagement, workflow automation, and secure data management tools tailored for public institutions. The deal enhances Nexpublica’s technology portfolio with AI-driven CRM capabilities and analytics, allowing greater integration across e-governance platforms. Strategically, the acquisition supports Nexpublica’s goal of expanding into high-demand civic tech markets and improving service efficiency for public organizations. The transaction, valued in the mid-eight-figure range, underscores Nexpublica’s commitment to innovation and scalable digital infrastructure for the public sector.
Main Capital Partners’ PeakAvenue acquires OSSENO
PeakAvenue, backed by Main Capital Partners, acquired OSSENO to expand its footprint in the product lifecycle and requirement management software market. OSSENO’s advanced platform, ReqSuite RM, supports efficient engineering processes through automation, traceability, and compliance features. This acquisition strengthens PeakAvenue’s technology stack in digital product development and aligns with its strategy to build an integrated software group specializing in complex systems engineering. The deal enables cross-platform innovation, offering enhanced collaboration and AI-driven analytics to enterprise clients. Estimated at a mid-eight-figure valuation, the transaction positions PeakAvenue as a European leader in requirement and quality management solutions. Sage acquires Criterion
Sage, a global leader in business management software, acquired Criterion, a cloud-based human capital management (HCM) vendor, to strengthen its HR and payroll technology portfolio. Criterion’s scalable HCM platform offers AI-powered workforce management, analytics, and compliance tools for mid-sized enterprises. The acquisition supports Sage’s strategic shift toward unified, cloud-first business solutions integrating finance, HR, and operations. By combining Sage’s ERP capabilities with Criterion’s HCM innovations, the company aims to deliver digital transformation for clients. The deal, estimated around $200 million, highlights Sage’s focus on expanding recurring revenue streams and accelerating its SaaS growth strategy globally.
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