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Ibm To Acquire Octo

Dec 07, 2022•over 2 years ago

Acquiring Company

IBM

Acquired Company

Octo

ArmonkInformation Technology

Description

IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced an agreement to acquire Octo, a U.S.-based IT modernization and digital transformation services provider exclusively serving the U.S. federal government, including defense, health, and civilian agencies. IBM's acquisition of Octo establishes one of the largest digital transformation partners to the federal government. Upon the close of the acquisition, Octo's approximately 1,500 employees will join IBM Consulting's U.S. public and federal market organization.

Company Information

Company

IBM

Location

Armonk, New York, United States

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To learn more about IBM Global Business Services, please visit: https://www.ibm.com/services.

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