FRANCISCO PARTNERS takes majority stake in EFFICIENTIP
Context
Francisco Partners has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire EfficientIP, a French specialist in network infrastructure management and security solutions, from its founders and minority investors, in partnership with the company's management team. The transaction aligns with the fund's strategy of investing in software publishers positioned in critical and high-growth technology markets. As part of the deal, founder and CEO Norman Girard will remain at the helm of the company, while the historical founders will reinvest a portion of their stake, demonstrating their alignment with the new shareholder. Minority investors TempoCap and Jolt Capital will exit their investment as part of this transaction. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The partnership aims to accelerate EfficientIP's international growth and strengthen its leadership position in DDI and DNS security solutions. Francisco Partners intends to support the company's commercial development, enhancement of its technological platform, and expansion of its geographic footprint, particularly in North America and emerging markets. This transaction takes place in a context of increasing demand for network infrastructure automation and security, driven by the complexity of hybrid, multi-cloud environments and the growing adoption of artificial intelligence. EfficientIP benefits from favorable structural trends that reinforce the demand for its critical solutions.
It is worth noting that the fund Jolt Capital took control of Efficientip through an LBO in 2019.
EFFICIENTIP, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (15.1x).
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Target
EfficientIP is a leading software vendor specializing in the management and security of critical network infrastructures, particularly DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (DDI) services. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Paris, the company offers an integrated platform that enables organizations to automate, secure, and optimize their network infrastructure services. EfficientIP has established itself as a trusted player in the field of network cybersecurity, with a strong focus on ensuring the availability, visibility, and resilience of IT infrastructures. Its solution simplifies the operational complexity of hybrid and multi-cloud environments while strengthening network traffic and access security. With a global customer base of over 1,500 clients across various sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, energy, retail, education, and government, EfficientIP has a significant international presence with teams located in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company employs approximately 220 staff members and leverages its deep technical expertise in network automation and DNS cybersecurity, a strategic segment driven by the growing adoption of cloud architectures and distributed IT environments. By focusing on critical network services, EfficientIP plays a key role in the digital transformation of network infrastructures.
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| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/2019 | JOLT CAPITAL | EFFICIENTIP | FRANCE | Software |
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Revenue range: 10M - 30M EUR
EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR
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Target: efficientip
Acquirer: francisco partners