A permanent home for
software companies
We acquire and grow vertical market software businesses. A permanent home for their founders, customers, and teams.
We buy software businesses
IP Software Group is a UK-based acquirer of great vertical market software businesses. We continue to operate companies we acquire in an independent and decentralised manner.
Companies maintain their brand, legacy, and culture. We provide a permanent home for founders to find the right exit and for teams to continue growing the business.
Permanent Home
We don't flip businesses. We provide long-term stability for teams and customers.
Decentralised
Your business keeps running independently. We support growth, not bureaucracy.
Growth Focused
We bring resources, expertise, and operational excellence to accelerate your trajectory.
What we're looking for
We aim to acquire software businesses like this
Mission Critical Software
Software critical to its customers
Niche Vertical
Operating within a clearly defined vertical or niche market
Recurring Revenue
A meaningful portion of your revenues are recurring
Good People
A positive culture with talented, committed people
Historically Profitable
Stable or growing profitability over the last 3+ years
UK & Ireland
Primarily based within the UK or Ireland
Even if you're not sure your business fits our criteria, reach out anyway. We'll let you know quickly.
Why sell to us?
We've built and scaled software businesses our entire careers. We understand the challenges you've faced building your business to where it is today.
You might have different reasons for thinking about selling — to exit, to grow, to retire, to focus on what you love. We're experienced acquirers, so we'll make the process as smooth as possible.
Achieve the outcome you want with IP Software Group. Together, we can build something even better.
Let's talk
Tell us a little about your business and we'll arrange a call. No obligation.
Even if you're not ready to sell yet, it might still be worth starting a conversation.