John Wiley & Sons acquired 100% of CrossKnowledge. This acquisition is a key component of the buyer's strategy to expand its "Professional Development" division and compete in the rapidly growing global corporate talent management market. The strategic rationale centers on combining the target's advanced e-learning technology and global management team with the acquirer's massive distribution network and content portfolio. For the target, the deal provides the "firepower" needed to penetrate new international markets and accelerate growth under a global brand. This transaction follows other recent acquisitions by the buyer, such as Inscape and Profiles International, solidifying its transition into a digital services provider.

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