Channel M&A: Managed Services, Cybersecurity, Compliance Spur Growth

The managed services, cybersecurity, ERP, and compliance tech sectors saw continued momentum in merger and acquisition activity through mid-2025, with five notable acquisitions demonstrating ongoing investment in AI, digital transformation, and industry-specific consulting capabilities.

From proof-of-compliance automation in collaborative environments to scaling ERP implementations across North America, each deal underscores how channel partners, MSPs, and tech consultants are evolving to serve increasingly specialized business needs.

1. Atturra Acquires DalRae to Expand SAP Footprint in Australia

Atturra, a publicly listed MSP, announced its acquisition of DalRae Solutions, a Brisbane, Australia-based SAP Premier Partner. The acquisition, valued at up to $20 million based on performance targets, is set to close by June 30.

Deal specifics: $4.8M upfront cash, up to $15.2M earn-out based on EBITDA and retention targets.
Company information: Atturra has a significant SAP client base along with a range of complementary capabilities that include infrastructure managed services, OpenText ECM services, data and integration services and change and adoption services specific to SAP. DalRae has expertise in government, utilities and the mid-market.
Key takeaways: DalRae brings expertise in S/4 HANA, SAP BTP, and AI-enabled “Clean Core” implementations, enhancing Atturra’s capabilities in the public and mid-market enterprise sectors.

2. Blue Mantis Acquires North Shore Data Services for Network Infrastructure Depth

Managed service provider and digital transformation specialist Blue Mantis acquired North Shore Data Services, an IT services firm with deep experience in IBM Power Systems, network compliance, and infrastructure delivery.

Deal specifics: Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Company information: Blue Mantis is a security-first, IT solutions and services provider headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Blue Mantis partners with more than 1,500 leading mid-market and enterprise organizations in a multitude of vertical industries and is backed by private equity firm Recognize. With this acquisition, Blue Mantis strengthens its existing networking services portfolio, which includes SD-WAN, wireless implementation, WAN, LAN and more. The North Shore Data Services team, led by Chuck Desjardins, brings 35 years of experience in IBM Power Systems, managed IT services, network security and compliance, network infrastructure and services and data center colocation experience to Blue Mantis.
Key takeaways: North Shore adds critical capabilities in LAN/WAN/SD-WAN solutions and expands Blue Mantis’ reach in the Northeast U.S. mid-market, particularly in sports and entertainment verticals.

3. Evergreen Acquires NexTec Group to Boost ERP Services

Evergreen’s Pine Services Group acquired NexTec Group, one of North America’s most experienced ERP consulting firms. NexTec is a multi-award-winning Acumatica and Sage partner with deep vertical specializations.

Deal specifics: Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Company information: NexTec Group is one of North America’s largest and most experienced technology consulting firms, specializing in industry-specific solutions for mid-sized organizations. NexTec focuses on core Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Business Intelligence (BI) solutions. Pine Services Group is a family of leading managed services and software companies within Evergreen, which partners with owners of services and software businesses to provide operational assistance and capital.
Key takeaways: With a 90%+ retention rate and remote-first team, NexTec adds significant scale to Pine’s ERP vertical, expanding reach into food and beverage, manufacturing, and professional services segments.

4. Netrio Acquires Agio to Strengthen SMB Cybersecurity

Netrio acquired Agio, a managed IT and cybersecurity firm focused on financial services and AI-powered IT delivery. Agio’s proprietary AgioNow platform enhances Netrio’s ability to deliver real-time support.

Deal specifics: Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Company information: Netrio is based in McKinney, Texas, and has offices in Texas, New York, and Minnesota. Netrio supports more than 1,000 customers and maintains 250 employees across the U.S. Agio is a New York City-based managed IT and cybersecurity provider specializing in the financial services sector.
Key impact: This acquisition expands Netrio’s presence in the Northeast and boosts its GenAI delivery capabilities, making it a stronger contender in the SMB MSP landscape.

5. Proofpoint Acquires Nuclei for AI-Powered Communications Compliance

Proofpoint acquired Nuclei, a company specializing in AI-driven data enrichment, speech recognition, and compliance archiving for collaboration tools. The move strengthens Proofpoint’s offerings around digital communications governance. This is the company’s second acquisition in as many weeks; Proofpoint recently acquired Hornetsecurity.

Deal specifics: Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Company information: Proofpoint, Inc. is a leading cybersecurity and compliance company offering cloud-based solutions to organizations of all sizes, across email, the cloud, social media, and the web. Nuclei, Inc. is a U.S.-based technology company specializing in compliance archiving and AI-driven data enrichment for modern workplace communications. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey.
Key takeaways: This move strengthens Proofpoint’s position in digital communications governance by enabling customers to extract actionable intelligence from platforms like Teams, Slack, Zoom, and WhatsApp—all while ensuring regulatory compliance.

As enterprises lean into modernization, cybersecurity, and compliance demands, these acquisitions reveal a clear trend: Successful vendors and MSPs are those that pair deep technical expertise with scalable, secure, and intelligent platforms.

From enabling AI insights in workplace collaboration to unlocking ERP efficiency across verticals, these deals provide critical blueprints for partners seeking sustainable growth in complex IT ecosystems.

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