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

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.
Grant Thornton Stax Advises Alma on its Acquisition by Spring Health​
February 3, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported Alma, a membership-based platform that aids mental health clinicians in building thriving private practices, on its recent acquisition by Spring Health. 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

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.
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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