BetterCloud Acquires Tricent to Bolster SaaS Lifecycle Management
Deal News | Nov 13, 2024 | PR Newswire Cision BetterCloud
BetterCloud, a leading platform for SaaS lifecycle management, announced its acquisition of Tricent, a prominent figure in file-sharing governance, at the Altitude 2024 conference in New York. This move strengthens BetterCloud's position as the only unified solution for managing the complete SaaS lifecycle, encompassing user automation, expenditure optimization, and data security. Tricent's software enables IT departments to manage external file sharing on platforms like Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 more effectively, reducing security risks and compliance issues. Moreover, BetterCloud unveiled a suite of new product innovations designed to increase IT productivity and cost savings. Their lineup includes real-time license savings, proactive employee empowerment, and streamlined advanced workflows, all contributing to the company's ongoing leadership in the SaaS management industry. The acquisition enhances BetterCloud's presence in the EMEA region and is part of a larger trend of product launches and feature enhancements aimed at increasing customer value. BetterCloud also introduced a unique investment guarantee, promising substantial returns for its clients, further highlighting its commitment to delivering value.
Sectors
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Cloud Computing
- Cybersecurity
Geography
- United States – BetterCloud is based in the United States and the announcement was made at a conference in New York.
- EMEA – The acquisition of Tricent is noted to expand BetterCloud's presence in the EMEA region.
Industry
- Software as a Service (SaaS) – The article focuses on BetterCloud's capabilities and enhancements in SaaS lifecycle management, a part of the broader Software as a Service industry.
- Cloud Computing – BetterCloud's acquisition of Tricent deals with cloud-based software solutions for governance and management of file sharing, directly falling under cloud computing services.
- Cybersecurity – Tricent's software offers solutions for secure file-sharing governance, addressing IT security risks and data protection issues, a core component of cybersecurity.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetterCloud | Acquiring Company | Company | A platform for managing the SaaS lifecycle with a focus on automation, cost optimization, and data governance. |
| Tricent | Target Company | Company | A leader in file-sharing governance, enhancing enterprise file-sharing security and compliance. |
| Jesse Levin | CEO | Person | Chief Executive Officer of BetterCloud, commenting on the strategic acquisition. |
| Mindy Lieberman | DSI of MongoDB | Person | Delivered a speech at the BetterCloud Altitude 2024 conference. |
| Margaret Minter | DSI of Bazaarvoice | Person | Delivered a speech at the BetterCloud Altitude 2024 conference. |