Next year is shaping up to be a very strong year for M&A activity in the Knowledge Economy. In order to assist your preparation for 2021, take a look at our M&A Preview, in which we discuss the following eight key trends:
- The adoption of digital is accelerating
- Emerging technologies are being commercialised rapidly
- There is a convergence across the sector and delivery models are blending
- Private equity participation in the knowledge economy is increasing
- Next-generation technology platforms are emerging
- Vertical software solutions are playing an increasing role
- Buyers are returning to nearshore locations for access to new skills
- Shareholders are aligning expectations and addressing structural risks
Equiteq is pleased to publish the results of our review of M&A and equity market trends across the growing sales performance and enablement industry. Digital agency M&A activity was strong in the first half of 2019 as cash-rich buyers continued to acquire new capabilities in a tight talent market. Companies are changing how they engage with sales improvement systems and how they spend related budgets. We expect these trends to continue, using M&A as a means to ensure businesses have the necessary digital and data analytic capabilities to revitalize growth and support their needs.