The UK’s leading provider of safeguarding and class monitoring software has acquired online training platform Improve Productions Ltd – with plans for “substantial growth”.
Nottingham-based Renato Software Ltd, which operates as Senso.cloud, works with schools and global companies to protect users with its industry-leading cloud software.
The business is now expanding with the acquisition of Improve Productions Limited – formerly known as Peritus Productions – an online training provider for small- and medium-sized businesses.
The acquisition, which was completed alongside advisors from Knights, will not affect existing customers of either brand – with Sam Merrall and Steve Walker joining Renato Software from Improve’s leadership team.
Michael Payne, Director of Operations at Renato Software Ltd, said: “We are delighted to have acquired Improve Productions Ltd. We have been working with Peritus productions Ltd – now Improve Productions Ltd – for a while and this partnership allowed us to understand their platform in depth.
“It made sense to work much closer by acquiring the company, enabling us to add real value to our existing customers and to continue to grow exponentially.
“It was great to work with Knights on this deal and they enabled us to make this a really smooth process.”
Steve Walker, Director at Improve Productions Ltd, said: “This acquisition will enable substantial growth for Improve Productions Ltd as Renato come with a wealth of experience, some new routes to market and a team of marketing and sales staff to support the business and drive it forward. I am really looking forward to being part of this journey.”
Renato Software Ltd worked on the acquisition with advisors at Knights. The team was led by Partner Rachel Bennett with support from Hannah Jones, Sam Swiatkiewicz and Will Dennis – with accountancy advice provided by Doug Perry at Clayton and Brewill.
Rachel Bennett, Partner at Knights, said: “This is a great move for Senso, and we were really pleased to help them make sure everything is a good fit for their long-term plans.”
