The aim of the partnership is to become the leading global communications
network integrator for voice, data and mobility products and services. The
new company, Enterprise Solutions, will be Ericsson Enterprise’s largest
and most sophisticated indirect sales channel, operating in the medium to
high end of the enterprise market with advanced systems and network integration.
Apax Partners is uniquely placed to help the new company grow and develop
due to its considerable expertise in the telecom industry, said Lars E.
Svensson, president, Ericsson Enterprise AB, in a company statement. Apax Partners’ vision for the company, as an independent entity, gives an unprecedented opportunity to maximize its potential, building on its strong customer relationships. The new company will provide existing and new customers with tailored solutions which will enable them to reap the benefits of emerging technologies on the back of their existing systems.
David FitzGerald, director, Apax Partners said, Using Ericsson’s clear leadership position in mobility solutions, we expect the company to develop into the leading independent global network integrator and solution provider. The partnership with Ericsson gives us a world class brand, a strong customer base and a global sales infrastructure in a rapidly growing market.
This transaction reflects both Ericsson Enterprise’s stated indirect sales
strategy, and the datacom market trend towards indirect sales channels as
a way of increasing levels of service and value-added to customers.
