Structuring merger for the graphics ERP sector. American company CAI Software has announced its 50/50 merger with Print ePS, a specialist provider of ERP and production solutions for the printing industry. The two entities will now operate under the single banner of CAI Software, and the new entity will have 850 employees, spread across North America, Europe and Asia.
CAI Software is active in the manufacturing markets, with a range of ERP and production software solutions covering more than fifteen industrial sectors, from food processing to distribution.
For its part, Print ePS âeuros, until now a division of eProductivity Software (ePS) âeuros, specializes in ERP solutions for printers, publishers, routers, integrated centers and display specialists. Now integrated as the Graphic Communications unit within the new group, it becomes one of the three pillars of the organization, alongside Process Manufacturing and Discrete Manufacturing.
A further move accompanies this restructuring: eProductivity Software's Packaging division, historically part of the same perimeter as Print ePS, becomes an autonomous entity. No details have yet been released on its governance or strategic positioning, beyond its established specialization in software for the packaging sector.
Brent Pietrzak, former ePS executive, has been appointed CEO of the new CAI Software structure. He is joined by Cort Townsend as CFO.
Existing products will continue to be maintained and enhanced, with investments announced across all software ranges, says the group.
"Customers, employees and partners can expect a smooth transition and increased investment across the combined product portfolio." .
