mynth
09/2020

ODIGO

Acquired by

SEVEN2

FRANCE Software / CRM & Sales EV 300M - 700M EUR

Context

Apax Partners has entered into exclusive negotiations with Capgemini to acquire Odigo. This transaction marks a rare "triple-play" for the private equity firm, which previously held stakes in the company from 1997 to 1999 and again from 2007 to 2011 (when the company was known as Prosodie). Capgemini originally acquired the entity from Apax in 2011 for 382 million EUR. However, the anticipated synergies between the IT services giant and the software subsidiary did not fully materialize, leading to a decline in profitability over the last decade. The strategic rationale for Apax is to relaunch Odigo as a standalone software leader in the competitive CCaaS market. By carving out the asset from Capgemini, Apax aims to refocus the company’s R&D and sales efforts to regain market share in the cloud customer-service space.

ODIGO, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2019, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (13.4x).

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Target

Odigo is a leading European provider of cloud-based contact center solutions. The organization offers an omnichannel platform designed to manage customer interactions across various digital and voice channels. Originally founded and known as Prosodie, the company specializes in Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) solutions that help large enterprises enhance customer experience through automation and artificial intelligence. The entity supports over 400,000 users and serves more than 200 major clients globally. With a workforce of approximately 650 employees, the group focuses on providing scalable cloud infrastructure that enables seamless communication between brands and their customers. Its technology integrates advanced data management tools to optimize agent productivity and customer satisfaction within complex service environments.

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Other operations with ODIGO

DateAcquirerTargetCountrySectorDeal Context
AKIOFRANCESoftware

Odigo has finalized the strategic acquisition of Akio, a move supported by its majority investor Seven2 (formerly Apax Partners). This transaction is designed to consolidate the European CCaaS market and create a major sovereign digital alternative to US-based competitors. By integrating Akio, Odigo expands its market reach from large global accounts to the SME and mid-market segments (starting from 10 users). The strategic rationale centers on technological synergy, particularly in AI; Akio brings specialized analytical AI and reputation management tools, which will complement Odigo's proprietary "Agentic AI" platform. This combination allows for a unified omnichannel offering including classic digital channels and advanced conversational experiences like RCS. The deal strengthens Odigo's presence in France, Benelux, Spain, and the UK through an enriched partner ecosystem. Patrick Giudicelli, Akio’s founder, will contribute to the integration as the group transitions into a European CX champion.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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Authors: mynth contributor (mynth data is contributed by M&A / PE professionals and systematically cross-verified with private deal documents and official press releases).

Acquirer: seven2