Merger and Acquisition News

LanceSoft acquires SynergisticIT to expand specialized IT talent and SOW capabilities in financial services. IT ExchangeNet served as the exclusive M&A advisor to SynergisticIT.

IT ExchangeNet is proud to be recognized as the #3 sell-side M&A advisor on Axial's 2026 Top 50 Lower Middle Market Technology Investors & M&A Advisors list, reinforcing our consistent leadership in the lower middle market technology transaction.

Everest Group, a leading global private equity-backed technology organization, has acquired Glew.io, a commerce data and AI-driven analytics platform. The transaction was managed exclusively by IT ExchangeNet, a specialist M&A advisory firm representing IT services, SaaS, and AI-focused founders seeking strategic exits.

Today, IT ExchangeNet announced the acquisition of Reliant Information Services by Astreya. This transaction represents a significant milestone in Astreya's long-term growth strategy centered around providing best-in-class managed IT services. IT ExchangeNet’s deep industry knowledge and unparalleled global network of buyers were instrumental in maximizing Reliant's value.

In 2025, the lower middle market is moving from gridlock to high-velocity execution, and our M&A Outlook explains what that means for IT services founders, buyers, and investors.​ For two years, doing a deal felt like trying to start a lawnmower in a blizzard; in 2026, the engine has finally caught, powered by stabilized rates and over 1.2 trillion dollars in global PE dry powder. The M&A Middle Market 2026 Outlook highlights valuations and more.