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Aspire Software Expands into the Energy Trading & Risk Management Vertical with Valsoft’s Acquisition of Inatech
From ValsoftCorp.com Montreal, June 8, 2022 // Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Canadian-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, has announced its acquisition of Inatech, a rapidly expanding energy trading and risk management solutions company, previously owned by Glencore. With the acquisition of Inatech, Aspire Software will now enter […]
Aspire’s Portfolio grows with Valsoft’s Acquisition of Maintenance & Manufacturing Software Developer, Idhammer Systems
From ValsoftCorp.com MONTREAL, May 31, 2022 / / – Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company specialising in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Idhammar Systems Limited, a leader in maintenance and manufacturing software, headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom. “We spent a long time deliberating […]
M&I Broadcast Services added to Aspire Software’s portfolio with Valsoft’s newest acquisition
MONTREAL, May 12, 2022 // – Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Canadian-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of M&I Broadcast Services, a broadcast services software company that provides appealing, mission-critical software to the industry. Learn More at ValsoftCorp.com Based out of the Netherlands, M&I has […]
Marc Cooke Joins Aspire Software as MD for Its Security portfolio
London, 6th May 2022 – As of today, Marc Cooke has been announced as the new MD of the Aspire Software Security portfolio, comprising Bold Communications in the UK and Innovative Business Software in the Nordics. Cooke was formerly Group Sales Director for Chubb Fire & Security Group and has joined Aspire Software to head […]
Valsoft enters Media and Broadcasting Vertical with acquisition of VSN
MONTREAL, SEPTEMBER 7th, 2021 – Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of VSN Video Stream Networks S.L. (“VSN”), an industry leader in media and broadcasting solutions. Operating out of Terrassa, Barcelona in Spain, VSN provides solutions in […]
Aspire Software Strengthens Workforce Management Portfolio with Acquisition of Manus Software
Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Manus Software & Services Holding BV (Manus Software), an industry leader in workforce management software solutions. Based in Hendrik Ido Ambacht, in The Netherlands, Manus Software has built a strong reputation of integrating […]
Aspire enters Spain with acquisition of Telematel, market leader in construction software
Aspire Software (a division of Valsoft Corp.), a Canadian acquirer and developer of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Barcelona based Telematel, its first in a Spanish-speaking country. With more than 30 years of experience, the Telematel brand continues to be synonymous with leadership and quality within the construction industry. Through the […]
Roundup: How Destination Marketing Can Help The Hospitality Industry
Pointing to surroundings encourages return visits and builds customer loyalty In the past few years, we’ve seen the rise of destination marketing in the hospitality industry, particularly in the hotel sector. Destination marketing involves pointing to your property (or business’) surroundings. If you are indeed running a hotel, your location serves as a central base for a […]
5 Industry Trade Shows Car Rental Operators Should Attend
Trade shows offer unique industry insight and networking opportunities
Softbrick names Heinz Helewaut as new CEO
GELDERMALSEN, NL – March 19th, 2021 – Softbrick, an industry leader in workforce management software solutions based in Geldermalsen, Netherlands, is pleased to announce the appointment of Heinz Helewaut as their new CEO. He has now assumed the company’s day-to-day leadership responsibilities. Helewaut brings with him over 20 years of experience in software development, having founded and served as the […]
5 Tips to conduct effective video meetings
Don’t let valuable time go to waste It’s so easy to hold a video meeting these days, isn’t it? In fact, for many of us, it’s now the default way of communicating. But is that best for everyone? With the rise of remote work this past year, video meetings have swept office life. In fact, on […]
How to Stay Happy, Healthy and Enthused During Lockdown
Working from home during lockdown is something we’ve all had to come to terms with, but get it right and you’ll find yourself being more productive than you ever thought possible. Remaining healthy, though… well, that isn’t quite so easy. You see, the fridge is now just a short dash away, and with the gym closed, you […]
Aspire Enters Emergency Services Sector With Valsoft’s Acquisition of Interdev
Valsoft announced its acquisition of Interdev Technologies in September, 2020. Aspire Software’s portfolio continues to rapidly expand, with recent acquisitions across several industries, including car rental, workforce management and now, emergency services. In 2020, Aspire’s parent company, Valsoft Corp., announced the acquisition of Interdev Technologies, which has been serving emergency services and healthcare community for […]
Valsoft Corporation Acquires Navotar to Strengthen Car Rental Leadership
Montreal, Canada, January 25, 2021: Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company specialized in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Navotar, a cloud-based car rental software provider, with solutions designed to automate fleet management. Founded in Mississauga, Ontario by Sanker Shivanathan, Navotar has quickly emerged […]
Valsoft Named Among Great Places To Work In Canada
Valsoft Corporation is now a Great Place to Work Certified™ organization Great Place to Work® Canada recently named Valsoft Corp., as a certified great place to work in Canada. GPTW is the global authority on workplace culture, allowing organizations to easily survey employees, uncover actionable insights and decipher a company’s work culture. Valsoft employees were […]
Valsoft Enters Workforce Management Vertical with Acquisition of Softbrick
MONTREAL, January 7th, 2021 – Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Softbrick, an industry leader in workforce management software solutions. Based in Geldermalsen, Netherlands, Softbrick has built a strong reputation of analyzing the specific needs of staff management solutions which makes for an excellent […]
Navitrans has optimized processes and sped up development under Aspire Software
Since joining Aspire Software in early 2020, Navitrans has implemented effective KPIs and centralized tools There’s no doubt that 2020 has been a year full of changes. Early in 2020, Navitrans joined Aspire Software, a division of Valsoft Corp, after building a strong reputation of being technology leaders in the logistics and transportation industry. Navitrans has […]
Working during the holidays? Here are 5 tips to boost your productivity
With schedules lightened up, you can get yourself organized for the new year The holidays may feel a little different this year, but nonetheless, the holiday season presents a great opportunity to recharge the batteries and set yourself up for a great new year. Many use the holidays as a chance to take some time […]
Keys To Optimizing Your Seasonal Business Year Round
As we sit on the precipice of winter, there are many businesses that have either closed their doors for the cold months, or are preparing to do so. With many seasonal industries reliant on the summer months to reach their profit goals for the fiscal year, now could be more of a time for reflection […]
What will restaurant customers want as they return to dining rooms?
Customers are anxious to return to dining rooms. Here’s what they’ll be looking for. While the restaurants and bars are going through difficult times at the moment, we always have to keep in mind that things will eventually get better. History has always shown that businesses that stay ahead of the curb and adapt to changes quicker […]
What makes an attractive acquisition target?
If you’ve got a burning desire to take your business to the next level but simply don’t know how to, it’s important to remember that you haven’t failed. In fact, it demonstrates that you love your business and want it to succeed. Sometimes, business owners simply hit a wall, and that’s surprisingly common in companies that […]
What is Net Promoter Score (NPS) and how can it improve results?
NPS serves as measurable tool to gauge customer satisfaction Every business is always looking at ways to increase their customer base, but the no.1 thing they can do to keep the machine rolling is making sure their current customers are satisfied. In difficult times, it’s often customer loyalty that will help businesses stay on track. Seeking feedback from […]
Feedback: An Important Tool for Work Harmony and Career Progression
Seeking feedback regularly will help steer you in the right direction
3 Important Marketing Trends for 2021
If you’re a diligent business owner or marketing manager, you’ll already be looking ahead to 2021. With marketing moving at such a rapid pace and the customer journey evolving so quickly, what trends will arrive next year? More importantly, what can you start planning for today that will have a lasting impact during 2021 in […]
How to Market a New Product with a Limited Budget
There’s nothing more frustrating than having a brand-new product to launch but only a minuscule budget with which to get word out there. Even if you have a loyal, sizeable customer base, shouting above the din of social media and the other forms of digital marketing they’re peppered with each day is increasingly challenging. If there’s one […]
Mapping the digital customer journey: 3 things to consider
Perhaps you’ve just entered the digital sales domain. Maybe you’ve long been a part of it but feel your sales process needs rejuvenating. Whatever your reason for reading this blog post, we hear you. Mastering the digital customer journey isn’t easy – nor is it something that can be tamed overnight. Whether you’re selling a […]
5 Key Benefits Of Joining The Aspire Family
Companies under Aspire experience faster growth, while staying committed to customer bases Every company that is looking for an acquirer has their own reasons for doing so. Some owners may reach a point where they’re ready to move on after pouring years, even decades into their company, building it from the ground up and establishing a reputable operation. […]
5 Signs Your Business’ Website Needs To Be Updated
If you started your business at any time in the 21st century, odds are you set up some sort of website when it was founded. You set up your business website and were happy with the content and design. When business really started picking up, you got overwhelmed and found yourself juggling so many tasks that updating […]
5 tips for remaining productive while working from home
COVID-19 has temporarily forced us to completely change the way we socialize and work. Chances are, you’re probably reading this while working from home, and you’ve probably been working in that environment for a while now. It can be tough, right? It isn’t all ‘get up when you want, wear what you like and be ‘ultra-productive’. Working […]
Why A Decentralized Management Structure Is Key To Sustainable Growth
Empowering managers to make decisions encourages idea flow and growth from within One of the main concerns in businesses selling to a larger conglomerate is the idea of the day-to-day operations of their business being completely outsourced. It is a valid concern, as crucial decisions can be made by executives that aren’t in tune with the ongoing challenges managers […]
How to super-charge your software development process
If your software development process has stagnated, here are five tips for super-charging it.
The simple guide to customer churn (and how to reduce it)
Nothing lasts forever; that’s the saying, right? It’s certainly the case when it comes to business. Products reach end of life, bandwagons pass and, unfortunately, customers move on. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing in business. If something doesn’t last forever, that’s usually because it has been replaced by the latest and greatest, and if […]
What does the modern hotel guest expect?
It’s often noted that the modern hotel guest wants a lot more than just a bed for the night. But what does that mean, exactly? For hotels to be successful in this incredibly competitive market, they need to offer a guest experience that lives long in the memory – certainly, long enough to ensure plenty […]
How to boost staff morale when things get tough
Small gestures can go a very long way in keeping your team's spirits up
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What are the key elements of successful marketing campaigns?
Marketing feeds sales funnels, increases brand awareness and builds captivated audiences. Cut the cord on your marketing spend and your leads will dry up, Google will stop taking note and your brand will lose its voice. The good news? Marketing is actually pretty simple when broken down into its constituent elements. Sure, you might need […]
Valsoft Expands Footprint in Transport and Logistics Vertical with Acquisition of Navitrans
MONTREAL, Feb. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company that specializes in the acquisition and development of vertical market software companies, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Young & Partners / Navitrans International NV (“Navitrans”), a technology leader offering a complete and integrated suite of logistics, transportation, warehousing and freight forwarding […]
Valsoft Continues Investment in Hospitality Technology with Acquisition of H&L
MONTREAL, Oct. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company that specializes in the acquisition and development of vertical market software companies, is pleased to announce the acquisition of H&L Australia Pty Ltd., a technology leader in the hospitality industry offering a complete suite of integrated hospitality POS, workforce management and booking solutions. H&L […]
Valsoft concludes its first transaction in Quebec with the acquisition of GGGolf, the Quebec leader in golf management software
Transaction marks Valsoft’s first acquisition in Quebec.
Valsoft continues global expansion with acquisition of CMS Hospitality
Under the agreement, Valsoft acquires all CMS assets, including its flagship brand, GuestCentrix.
Valsoft reinforces global car rental management leadership with acquisition of Thermeon Worldwide Limited
Valsoft will acquire Thermeon’s assets, including its brand name, CARS+
Valsoft Enters Car Rental Management With the Acquisition of Bluebird Auto Rental Systems
MONTREAL, July 31, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Valsoft Corporation Inc. (“Valsoft”), a Montreal-based company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Bluebird Auto Rental Systems, L.P. (“Bluebird”), an industry-leading car rental software provider headquartered in Dover, New Jersey with regional sales and support offices throughout the US, as […]