KPMG acquires IT management consulting firm IT/NET Group
KPMG announced this morning that it has acquired IT/NET Group, an IT management consulting services and public sector transformation firm based on Ottawa. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
IT/NET Group has been around for nearly 20 years, and has built a reputation as a leader in developing and aligning ICT solutions in business environments. According to historical financial information submitted by IT/NET for participation in the Branham300, the company experienced impressive growth over the past ten years, with annual sales increasing from $14 million in 2001 to approximately $30 million in fiscal 2008.
Bill Thomas is KPMG's CEO:
"The addition of IT/NET's people and knowledge enhances KPMG's ability to deliver top-tier Advisory services to our public sector clients, in particular with their transformation challenges."
Alex Beraskow, President, CEO and Founder of IT/NET added his thoughts on the deal:
"We are pleased to be aligning with an organization like KPMG with a strong and growing Advisory practice, true international reach, and a deep commitment to serving the ever-changing needs of the public sector. IT/NET is about its people and we are proud to have some of the sharpest minds in professional services as part of our team. Today's announcement is very positive for IT/NET and its clients."
For complete details on the transaction, have a look at KPMG's formal release.