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A Forever Home for Software Companies: John Bureau on Volaris’ Buy-and-Hold Acquisition Approach
In this video, John Bureau shares his perspective on what makes Volaris Group a unique forever home for vertical market software (VMS) companies. He explains how Volaris’ decentralized structure, long-term buy-and-hold philosophy, and clear operational metrics create an environment where businesses can grow sustainably over time. John also highlights the
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AI Accelerator Shows Businesses the Art of the Possible
The hands-on program was offered for the first time in 2026 and will keep running regularly, upskilling our businesses to help them benefit from the latest AI developments As AI developments continue to move rapidly, so do the opportunities for our businesses. As a learning organization, Volaris Group wants to
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Getting to Insight: Why Sensemaking Is Important
Sensemaking has always been a useful capability, but it has become a critical capability as we all deal with complexity, ambiguity, volatility, conflicting views, and fast-moving changes. When you are faced with a firehose of data and information, and not all of it is trustworthy, you need to be able
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The Benefits of Joining Volaris: Intellicene’s Growth, Profitability, and Customer Success
In this video, Tracy Markum, VP of Sales Americas at Intellicene, shares his perspective on the benefits of joining Volaris Group. He discusses how access to a global network of like-minded professionals, strong professional services and security capabilities, and a deep commitment to talent development have helped strengthen Intellicene’s business while keeping
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Acquiring Software Businesses in Latin America
Since Volaris began acquiring software businesses in 1995, we have completed hundreds of transactions around the world, including several in Latin America. We maintain a presence in Latin America, with many of our Portuguese-speaking leaders actively seeking acquisitions in the region. In the video below, Group Leader Henrique Barreto speaks
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Diversity in Leadership: Highlights from Our 2026 Summit
The cross-portfolio event was a catalyst for continued discussions about diversity and inclusion within Volaris businesses How can leaders move their businesses forward on diversity and inclusion? That was the question posed to all participants at Volaris Group’s Diversity in Leadership summit. From February 3 to 4, 2026, Munich became
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Volaris Book Club: Strengthening Systems, Habits, and Growth Strategy
Looking for new ways to improve yourself and your business? We polled our community of business leaders for their best book picks. Perhaps you’re dedicated to creating better systems, healthier habits, and winning mindsets. Or maybe you’re focused on charting a strategy for growing the company, navigating disruption, and scaling
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Volaris Book Club: Improving Leadership & Communication Skills
If you’re looking to advance your development as a leader in 2026, we’ve got inspiration for you. We polled our global community for their top business book recommendations, starting with communication and leadership topics. We hope these help with your goal-setting for the year. Becoming a More Competent and Confident
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The Way We’ve Always Done Things: Challenging the Status Quo
At the risk of stating the obvious, we’re going through a period of tremendous change in tech, in organization structures, job definitions, you name it. This can bring added stress to daily work and create periods of uncertainty as there is usually a lag from what has been done to
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Volaris Group’s 2025 M&A Year in Review
Sustaining a strong pace of acquisitions Volaris Group continued to complete a steady stream of acquisitions in 2025, thanks to our trusted relationships with business owners and M&A advisors. A selection of press releases announcing our acquisitions from the year can be found in the Volaris Group press room. In
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From Uncertainty to Operational Excellence: Intellicene’s Transformation with Volaris Group
A New Chapter Begins When Intellicene joined Volaris Group in December 2022, it marked more than an acquisition. It represented a turning point. Previously known as Cognyte Situational Intelligence Solutions (SIS), with roots dating back to 2002, the business brought more than two decades of expertise in video management systems (VMS), command and control, physical security information management (PSIM), and integrated security solutions. Its Symphia platform was
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From Employee Ownership to Enduring Growth: Alpine’s Next Chapter with Volaris Group
The starting point: A strong company with a long road to faster growth When Stephen Price stepped in as CEO in March 2024, Alpine was a healthy business and a well‑respected U.S. market leader in psychometric consulting and test security services for credentialing and licensure programs, serving many of the
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From Independence to Integration: 4Site Joins Volaris Group to Expand Opportunities
Background Founded in 1976 by a university professor who saw a gap in asset management technology, 4Site has evolved into a trusted provider of enterprise asset management (EAM) software for companies in the mining, power generation, and pulp and paper industries. Based in Thunder Bay, Ontario, 4Site delivers an integrated
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Driving Growth and Stability: Dragintra’s Journey with Volaris Group
For over 25 years, Dragintra has been a leading specialist in fleet and mobility management across Europe. With a strong belief that mobility is central to business success, they have continuously evolved to meet the demands of a dynamic market. When founder and General Manager Bart de Hoog began considering
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Selling for Growth, Not an Exit: Why Nydus Chose Volaris for Its Next Chapter
Founded in 1991 by Adalberto Argente, Nydus has been delivering smart, intuitive HR technology solutions for over three decades. Rooted in the belief that human capital is an organization’s most valuable resource, Nydus carved out a niche in the Brazilian market by creating a comprehensive HR ecosystem tailored to local
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Propelling Parlance’s Success to New Heights
Parlance is a leading provider of voice-first communication solutions, known for its innovative speech recognition software. Parlance built a strong presence in the telecommunications industry by providing automated attendant systems for large enterprises and Fortune 500 companies. Under the leadership of CEO Joseph Maxwell, Parlance has strategically focused on optimizing
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Gold-Vision CRM’s Journey with Volaris Group
Gold-Vision CRM, a leading provider of CRM solutions, has undergone a remarkable transformation since its inception over two decades ago. Under the leadership of Mark Vernon, General Manager, the company has not only achieved substantial growth but also found the ideal long-term home with Volaris Group. A Legacy of Innovation
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Safeguarding Delacon’s Legacy for Customers and Employees
In December 2023, Delacon underwent a transformative shift when it was acquired by Volaris Group. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of a new era for Delacon, driven by enhanced operational alignment and a fresh strategic direction. In September 2024, Gavin Stuart was appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer,
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Turning Declining Revenues Into Double-Digit Growth
When Criterions joined Volaris Group in 2019, it marked the beginning of a transformative journey for the healthcare software company. With the retirement of the founders and the arrival of new leadership, the company entered a phase of renewal and growth under the Volaris umbrella. Mitchell Martin, who became the
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How AssetWorks Appraisal More Than Tripled in Size as Part of Volaris Group
How did AssetWorks Appraisal become part of Volaris Group? In 2008, MAXIMUS strategically decided to divest its software companies, packaging them and selling them to an operating group of Constellation Software, known at the time as Trapeze. This pivotal transaction marked the beginning of AssetWorks’ integration into Volaris Group. At
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Volaris Group Acquires zetVisions GmbH, Strengthening Its Position in the Legal Entity Management Software Market
TORONTO, ON – March 30, 2026 – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of zetVisions GmbH, a leading German software provider for enterprise equity and master data management. This further expands Volaris Group’s German portfolio in a high-growth segment. The company and its shareholders were advised by Marks Baughan Securities,
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Volaris Expands Workforce Management Presence with Acquisition of Comprose
Toronto, ON – March 18, 2026 – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of Comprose, Inc. (“Comprose”), a provider of policy and procedure management software for enterprise customers operating in regulated industries with highly standardized workforce requirements. Founded in 1987 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, Comprose delivers a mission-critical SaaS platform that enables organizations to author, manage, govern, and attest to policies
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Volaris Automotive Expands in Dutch Market with WinCar Acquisition
Toronto, ON — February 5, 2026 — Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of WinCar Automotive ICT Solutions (“WinCar”), a prominent provider of dealer management systems in the Netherlands. This furthers Volaris Automotive’s mandate to expand its worldwide reach in
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Volaris Group Announces the Acquisition of Zonal, UK-based Provider of Software Solutions for the Hospitality Sector
TORONTO, ON – February 4, 2026 – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of Zonal, a UK-based provider of electronic point-of-sale (E-POS) and hospitality technology solutions. This acquisition furthers Volaris Group’s commitment to helping provide mission critical software serving the hospitality and retail vertical markets. Zonal is a UK-based provider
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Volaris Group Acquires Symplicity Corporation, Global Leader in Higher Education Employability and Student Services Solutions
The acquisition strengthens Symplicity’s ability to serve 1,200+ universities worldwide ARLINGTON, VA and Toronto, ON – February 4, 2026 – Symplicity Corporation (Symplicity), a global leader in higher education career services and student support solutions, has joined Volaris Group (Volaris), an operating group of Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU). Symplicity serves
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Volaris Automotive Acquires TSI Auto Solutions
Toronto, ON — January 30, 2026 — Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of TSI Auto Solutions, a prominent provider of enterprise reporting and performance analysis software for automotive OEMs and automotive dealerships. This continues Volaris Automotive’s initiative to further
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Volaris Group Acquires Fintilect
20 October 2025 – Toronto, ON – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of the UK arm of Fintilect, a US and UK-based provider of front-end digital banking platforms. With 40 years of experience, Fintilect provides a modular, cloud-hosted suite of products which sit between the consumers and their banking
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Volaris Group Acquires AskCody, Expanding Portfolio in Workplace and Meeting Management Solutions
October 1, 2025 – Toronto, ON – Today, Volaris Group announced the acquisition of AskCody, a Denmark-based provider of workplace and meeting management solutions designed to optimize how organizations use their time, space, and resources. Founded in 2011, AskCody develops software that simplifies meeting booking, resource scheduling, visitor management, and
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Alpine Testing Solutions Inc. Acquired by Volaris Group
Volaris enters Workforce Management vertical 30 September 2025 – Toronto, ON – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of Alpine Testing Solutions Inc., a leader in psychometric consulting and test security services for credentialing and licensure programs. Founded in 1991 and based in Orem, Utah, Alpine Testing Solutions Inc. provides expertise
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Bit Soft Joins Volaris Group, Strengthening Foodservice and Hospitality Portfolio
19 September 2025 – Toronto, Canada & Bucharest, Romania – Bit Soft, a leading provider of integrated hospitality technology in Romania, Hungary, France, and Bulgaria, has joined Volaris Group to support its long-term growth ambitions. This deal allows both companies to benefit from shared market knowledge. Bit Soft joins a
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Landing Page – AI in VMS – EN
AI disruption is reshaping software. The biggest risk? Failing to adapt. Vertical market software companies will be defined by how they adopt AI. Rapid improvements in AI have lowered the barriers for competitors to enter the vertical market software sector. To secure their future, VMS businesses need to act decisively
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Webinar September 2025
Webinar: Redefining Vertical Market Software in the AI Era Learn about the risks of inaction and rewards of early adoption. Rapid improvements in AI have lowered the barriers for competitors to enter the vertical market software sector. To secure their future, VMS businesses need to act decisively to leverage existing
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Verstra ventures
Our Venture Investments Through our venture division, Verstra Ventures, we provided companies access to deep insights around scaling and managing vertically-focused software businesses that went beyond just capital investment. We’re no longer actively seeking new investment opportunities, but still hold stakes in several businesses. Dream Payments provides cloud payment solutions
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Webinar: Preparing for a Successful Sale
Webinar: Preparing for a Successful Sale What every business owner should know.
Set your business up for a strong exit—even if you’re not ready to sell yet. Whether you plan to sell in the next few years or just want to keep your options open, the best deals go to
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Webinar March 2025
Webinar: Preparing for a Successful Sale What every business owner should know.
Set your business up for a strong exit—even if you’re not ready to sell yet. Whether you plan to sell in the next few years or just want to keep your options open, the best deals go to
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Volaris Group Acquires zetVisions GmbH, Strengthening Its Position in the Legal Entity Management Software Market
TORONTO, ON – March 30, 2026 – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of zetVisions GmbH, a leading German software provider for enterprise equity and master data management. This further expands Volaris Group’s German portfolio in a high-growth segment. The company and its shareholders were advised by Marks Baughan Securities,
press release
Volaris Expands Workforce Management Presence with Acquisition of Comprose
Toronto, ON – March 18, 2026 – Volaris Group today announced the acquisition of Comprose, Inc. (“Comprose”), a provider of policy and procedure management software for enterprise customers operating in regulated industries with highly standardized workforce requirements. Founded in 1987 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, Comprose delivers a mission-critical SaaS platform that enables organizations to author, manage, govern, and attest to policies
press release
A Forever Home for Software Companies: John Bureau on Volaris’ Buy-and-Hold Acquisition Approach
In this video, John Bureau shares his perspective on what makes Volaris Group a unique forever home for vertical market software (VMS) companies. He explains how Volaris’ decentralized structure, long-term buy-and-hold philosophy, and clear operational metrics create an environment where businesses can grow sustainably over time. John also highlights the
acquired knowledge
AI Accelerator Shows Businesses the Art of the Possible
The hands-on program was offered for the first time in 2026 and will keep running regularly, upskilling our businesses to help them benefit from the latest AI developments As AI developments continue to move rapidly, so do the opportunities for our businesses. As a learning organization, Volaris Group wants to
acquired knowledge
Getting to Insight: Why Sensemaking Is Important
Sensemaking has always been a useful capability, but it has become a critical capability as we all deal with complexity, ambiguity, volatility, conflicting views, and fast-moving changes. When you are faced with a firehose of data and information, and not all of it is trustworthy, you need to be able
acquired knowledge
The Benefits of Joining Volaris: Intellicene’s Growth, Profitability, and Customer Success
In this video, Tracy Markum, VP of Sales Americas at Intellicene, shares his perspective on the benefits of joining Volaris Group. He discusses how access to a global network of like-minded professionals, strong professional services and security capabilities, and a deep commitment to talent development have helped strengthen Intellicene’s business while keeping
acquired knowledge
From Uncertainty to Operational Excellence: Intellicene’s Transformation with Volaris Group
A New Chapter Begins When Intellicene joined Volaris Group in December 2022, it marked more than an acquisition. It represented a turning point. Previously known as Cognyte Situational Intelligence Solutions (SIS), with roots dating back to 2002, the business brought more than two decades of expertise in video management systems (VMS), command and control, physical security information management (PSIM), and integrated security solutions. Its Symphia platform was
case studies
Acquiring Software Businesses in Latin America
Since Volaris began acquiring software businesses in 1995, we have completed hundreds of transactions around the world, including several in Latin America. We maintain a presence in Latin America, with many of our Portuguese-speaking leaders actively seeking acquisitions in the region. In the video below, Group Leader Henrique Barreto speaks
acquired knowledge
Diversity in Leadership: Highlights from Our 2026 Summit
The cross-portfolio event was a catalyst for continued discussions about diversity and inclusion within Volaris businesses How can leaders move their businesses forward on diversity and inclusion? That was the question posed to all participants at Volaris Group’s Diversity in Leadership summit. From February 3 to 4, 2026, Munich became
acquired knowledge
Volaris Automotive Expands in Dutch Market with WinCar Acquisition
Toronto, ON — February 5, 2026 — Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of WinCar Automotive ICT Solutions (“WinCar”), a prominent provider of dealer management systems in the Netherlands. This furthers Volaris Automotive’s mandate to expand its worldwide reach in
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