System Integrator and VAR M&A in an MSP-Obsessed Market
The companies that achieve the strongest outcomes are rarely those that fit neatly into the prevailing market narrative.
Tag: Cristian Anastasiu
Cristian Anastasiu interviewed by CRN magazine on Kyndryl’s blocked M&A transaction
The Dutch government has blocked Kyndryl’s planned takeover of Solvinity over public interest and data sovereignty concerns. This signals potential hurdles for U.S.-based IT service providers pursuing European deals amid rising geopolitical tensions and scrutiny of foreign technology ownership.
From VAR to Systems Integrator to MSP
How are the various business models typical of IT channel companies defined today, and how can they position themselves for an M&A event.
Cristian Anastasiu recounts the journey of his M&A career
I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs and realized that I have a story to tell and value to deliver to clients in Mergers & Acquisitions.
What IT Services Founders Told Us About Selling Their Business
We offer a rare, candid window into what really drives successful outcomes, and what business owners wish they had known earlier. Our 13 key findings are here.
The IT Business as a Family Business?
Are most IT services and software businesses really “family businesses”? Or even close to being one?
Ford Motor Company a family business?
Legacy isn’t preserved by keeping it in the family. It’s preserved by protecting the standard.
Why Exit Planning Is Important
Cristian Anastasiu discusses several key points on why every business owner should have a business plan.
Excendio Acquisition Announcement: IT Services
Excendio Advisors is pleased to announce that Lockstep Technology Group has joined forces with Ocean Computer Group to expand technology solutions across GEM (government, education and medical) markets.
When Is The Right Time to Sell Your Business- The Investor’s View
Cristian Anastasiu discusses when is the right time to sell your business, from the perspective as an investor.
You Received a Call From a Buyer… Now What?
You’ve received a call from a buyer interested in acquiring your business…what it really means for your likelihood of a successful sale.
M&A Wisdom
M&A Wisdom…over my 20+ years in M&A, I came to appreciate adages that capture so much wisdom in just a few words. Here are some of my favorites.
When Is The Right Time to Sell Your MSP?
Cristian Anastasiu discusses when is the right time to sell your MSP and how to prepare for the process.
Excendio Acquisition Announcement: IT Services
Congratulations to the team at Converged for the successful transaction with Focus Technology. Excendio served as Converged’s exclusive financial advisor.
Acquisition Announcement: IT Services – Security Solutions
Excendio Advisors is very pleased to announce the upcoming one-year anniversary of the acquisition of OSI Technology by Eastern DataComm.
What Would Cisco Do?
What role should a customer's input play in determining a company's M&A strategy?
Working Capital in Mergers & Acquisitions Transactions
Working capital in mergers & acquisitions transactions can be a somewhat neglected and misunderstood topic.
Acquisition Announcement: MSP / Cyber Security
Congratulations to our friends at eDot for the successful transaction with Cyber Advisors. Excendio Advisors served as eDot’s exclusive financial advisor.
8 Ways an M&A Advisor Adds Value
Cristian Anastasiu, Managing Partner of Excendio Advisors discusses the "8 Ways an M&A Advisor Adds Value".
Company Culture and M&A
Company Culture and M&A…It is commonly accepted knowledge in the industry that company culture plays an important role in mergers & acquisitions.
Acquisition Announcement: Educational Technology Solutions
Congratulations to our friends and clients at Now Micro for the successful transaction with Trafera and the beginning of a new chapter!
Is This a Good Offer?
Business owners selling their business that received offers ask themselves: “Is this a good offer?” Leading to the inevitable question “Should I accept it?”
What role does Working Capital play in M&A transactions?
Working capital in M&A is a somewhat neglected and misunderstood topic. Buyers and sellers have oftentimes different expectations.
The Differences Between a Strategic and a Financial Buyer
Excendio Advisor's Managing Director, Cristian Anastasiu, explains the differences between strategic and financial buyers for M&A transactions.