Software & Technology


30 Years of Deal Experience & Expertise in the Software & Technology Sector

Grant Thornton Stax conducts over 150 software and technology engagements each year for private equity and sponsor-backed businesses. Our deep knowledge of assets along the spectrum from growth equity to mid-market to large-cap allows us to provide diligence and strategy advisory that improves investment outcomes. 

Recent Work

Grant Thornton Stax Provides Sell-Side Support to SteelEye on its Merger With FundApps​
November 3, 2025
Grant Thornton Stax supported SteelEye, a leading trade and communications surveillance and data analytics platform, on its recent merger with FundApps. Read about the deal here.
Grant Thornton Stax Supports TrustArc Acquisition by Main Capital Partners​
October 22, 2025
Grant Thornton Stax recently supported TrustArc, a leading provider of privacy compliance and data protection solutions, on its acquisition by Main Capital Partners. Read more here.
Grant Thornton Stax Advises Accel-KKR on Investment in Phocas Software​
October 20, 2025
Grant Thornton Stax congratulates Accel-KKR on its recent strategic growth investment in Phocas Software, a leading BI and FP&A platform for the middle-market. Click here to read more.
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Expertise

  • Enterprise Applications

    • ERP and Finance
    • Analytics
    • Communications
    • Human Capital Management
    • Information Services
    • Sales and Marketing Technology
    • Engineering and Manufacturing Technology
    • Payments
    • Supply Chain Mgmt. / Logistics 
    • GRC
  • Vertical SaaS/Industry-Specific Applications

    • Healthcare IT
    • Fintech
    • EdTech
    • Industrial and Logistics
    • Retail
    • Legal Tech
    • Public Sector and Non-Profit
    • Housing and Real-Estate Tech
    • Telecom
    • Auto Tech
    • Construction Tech
    • Energy Tech
    • Hospitality Tech
  • Media & B2C Technology

    • Internet-Enabled Consumer Services
    • Consumer Software and Apps
    • Video, Audio, and Streaming
    • B2C Marketplaces and eCommerce
  • IT Infrastructure

    • Networking Equipment & Services
    • Communications Infrastructure— Data Centers, Towers, and Fiber Networks
    • IT Management
    • Cybersecurity
    • Endpoint Security
    • Data Storage & Security
    • Hardware
  • IT Services

    • IT Staffing
    • Systems Integrators
    • Managed Service Providers
    • Managed Security Service Providers
    • Managed Print Services
    • Value Added Resellers
  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

    • AI-Powered Tools
    • AI-Powered Software Applications
    • AI-Powered Digital Transformation

Leadership

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Global Practice Lead

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Director

Recent Insights

Key Considerations for Investors Exploring the Automotive Retail Tech Value Chain
By Sameer Tejani & Max Massaro November 6, 2025
Investment focus in automotive technology continues to broaden beyond OEMs to the core service ecosystem. Read what Sameer Tejani and Max Massaro see in the market.
Grant Thornton Stax Provides Sell-Side Support to SteelEye on its Merger With FundApps​
November 3, 2025
Grant Thornton Stax supported SteelEye, a leading trade and communications surveillance and data analytics platform, on its recent merger with FundApps. Read about the deal here.
Grant Thornton Stax Perspectives on the Growth Outlook of Data Centers
By Tyler Veit, Joel Slater, Kate Philbrick, & Tyler Michaels November 3, 2025
As data center development shifts toward larger builds, demand for specialized service providers, offering backup power, electrical systems, and cooling infrastructure grows. Learn more.
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