Sign in Solutions’ take private acquisition of SmartSpace Software plc

Rothchild & Co’s mid-market team has advised the shareholders of Sign In Solutions, a leading global provider of cloud-based visitor management solutions, backed by PSG, on its take private acquisition of SmartSpace Software plc.

Previously listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange, SmartSpace is a fast-growing SaaS-based technology business, designing and building smart software solutions. The Company's software helps transform employee engagement with modules which include visitor management, desk management, meeting room management and analytics.

Sign In Solutions is a leading global provider of next-generation visitor management solutions, redefining safety and risk mitigation in the workplace while maximising efficiencies and elevating experiences. Since launching in 2021, Sign In Solutions has expanded its global footprint to 8 offices across North America, Europe and APAC and has grown rapidly both organically and via acquisitions adding new capabilities including appointment scheduling, desk booking, meeting room management, and more. Sign In Solutions is backed by PSG, a leading growth equity firm that partners with software and technology enabled services companies to help accelerate their growth.

This strategic move will bring together two innovative forces to deliver unparalleled value to customers.

Commenting on the acquisition, Jeff Gordon, CEO of Sign In Solutions, said: “SmartSpace's SwipedOn and Space Connect solutions complement our core visitor management platforms, building on our VM 2.0 vision for next-generation visitor management solutions. They will contribute directly to extending Sign In Solutions' leadership in the global visitor management market. by providing further insight and critical prerequisite information to help our customers stay compliant and manage threats.”

Dan Harding, COO of Sign In Solutions added: “We are thrilled to welcome our new colleagues from SmartSpace. This confirms our commitment to the visitor management space, with the acquisition of one of the longest standing and most recognised brands on the market.”

Stuart Vincent, Managing Director at Rothschild & Co, who led the transaction, concluded: “We are delighted to have had the opportunity to support Sign In Solutions with its first take-private transaction in the UK, marking a significant milestone in its impressive M&A journey to date.”

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