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 Advises Uplift Investors on its Acquisition of IMS Legal Strategies​
April 6, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported Uplift Investors on its recent acquisition of IMS Legal Strategies, a global provider of expert and advisory services. Read more about the deal here.
Stax Sell-side: File & ServeXpress Acquired by Northlane Capital
March 26, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax congratulates File & ServeXpress on its recent acquisition by Northlane Capital Partners. Read about the deal here.
Grant Thornton Stax Sell-side Support: AKAM Acquired by Audax PE
March 20, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported AKAM, a provider of property management serving residential and commercial properties, on its recent acquisition by Audax Private Equity. 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

Recent Insights

Grant Thornton Stax Advises Uplift Investors on its Acquisition of IMS Legal Strategies​
April 6, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported Uplift Investors on its recent acquisition of IMS Legal Strategies, a global provider of expert and advisory services. Read more about the deal here.
Youth Sports: Expanding Value in a Growing Market
By Owen Tindle & Luke Scheibel April 6, 2026
Youth sports has emerged as one of private equity's most actively targeted consumer categories, and Owen Tindle and Luke Scheibel share Grant Thornton Stax perspectives. Read more
Why IT Services Is One of the Most Compelling Sectors for PE Investment
By Andrew Keller & Tyler Michaels March 30, 2026
The IT services sector is entering a new growth cycle defined by strong investment tailwinds, primarily driven by AI adoption, rising cloud complexity, and persistent cybersecurity needs.
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