Tech Mahindra Ltd., a specialist in digital
transformation, consulting and business reengineering today announced that it
has signed a definitive agreement to acquire CJS Solutions Group LLC, a
US-based healthcare Information Technology consulting company which does
business as (DBA) “The HCI Group.”
Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, The HCI Group works with
some of the world’s most prestigious Tier-I healthcare service providers,
primarily in the US and UK, focusing on providing end-to-end implementation of
Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software,
training and support services. The HCI Group has a large pool of Epic and
Cerner (healthcare software) certified professionals, and it is a leading
implementation firm for these leading companies globally. The company also has
a presence in Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific, and employs more than 500
professionals globally.
The HCI Group’s services include enterprise-wide advisory
services, with a focus on IT system implementation and training, as well as
specialty service lines in integration, testing, go-live, clinical adoption,
optimization, HIMSS EMRAM and cyber security.
“Healthcare is one of
the few sectors globally that is driving adoption of digital technologies. The
acquisition will not only position Tech Mahindra as a significant player in the
healthcare provider space, but will also provide an opportunity to go deeper in
this space via EMR implementation and surrounding services route,” said C P Gurnani, Managing Director and
Chief Executive Officer of Tech Mahindra.
The HCI Group has been recognized as one of the fastest growing
private companies in the USA, by various journals. INC magazine has
consistently ranked The HCI Group as one of the fastest growing private
companies across all sectors (#3 in 2013; #13 in 2014). Earlier this month, the
company was recognized as the #11 fastest growing consulting company by the Consulting
Magazine.
For 12-month period ended 30th September 2016,
the company had revenues of US$ 114 million. The Enterprise Value is US$ 110
million; Tech Mahindra will make an upfront payment of US$ 89.5 million for
purchase of 84.7% stake in the Company. The balance stake of 15.3% will be
acquired over a period of three years.
“The acquisition aligns very well with our DAVID strategy where
‘Digitalization’ is one of the five main pillars of our future growth strategy.
It also aligns perfectly with our new brand philosophy – Connected World.
Connected Experiences.” said Atul Kunwar, President & CTO of Tech
Mahindra.
“I truly believe that Tech Mahindra is the right partner for us
to improve the healthcare industry through a combination of disruption,
innovation and cost reduction. What better way to support our customers than by
joining with the global leader in digitalization and connected technologies,” said Ricky Caplin, CEO, The HCI Group.
Healthcare and Life Sciences has been one of the focus areas for
Tech Mahindra globally and the acquisition will help in consolidating the
company’s position in this space. The Company offers innovative and end-to-end
integrated solutions for healthcare providers. Its solutions enhances the
efficiency of physicians, hospitals, ancillary facilities, clinics,
governmental health bodies and public health organizations.
Tech Mahindra was supported on this deal by due diligence
advisor Ernst & Young and legal advisor Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Lodestone Corporate Advisors was the exclusive advisor to Tech Mahindra on the
overall transaction.
The HCI Group’s financial advisor for the transaction is Allen and
Company LLC, with Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough LLP serving as its legal
counsel.
The transaction is expected to close by April 2017, subject to
the regulatory approvals.
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