Provider of ERP, CRM, and cloud infrastructure solutions Sci-Net Business Solutions has been acquired by ANS, a national digital transformation leader, in a strategic move which "marks a significant milestone in Sci-Net’s 25-year history and opens a new chapter of growth, innovation and expanded capabilities".
The acquisition brings Sci-Net’s team of 65 technology consultants, developers and cloud specialists into the ANS organisation, enhancing its ability to deliver Microsoft-focused solutions across sectors including retail, ecommerce and distribution. Sci-Net’s expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, NAV, CRM and Azure complements ANS’ broader Microsoft portfolio and strengthens its mission to help UK businesses become truly AI-ready.
Duncan Fergusson, MD at Sci-Net, comments: “Sci-Net is entering an exciting new chapter with ANS – one that significantly expands our capabilities and allows us to offer a broader range of services to our customers.
“I’m incredibly proud of everything Sci-Net has achieved over the past 25 years. From the outset of our conversations with ANS, it was clear that our values, especially our commitment to our people and customer success, were closely aligned. Our experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central complements ANS’ wider Microsoft portfolio, making this a natural and powerful fit. Together, we’re looking forward to delivering even greater value to our customers and driving innovation and AI across the Microsoft ecosystem.”
Richard Thompson, CEO at ANS, adds: “Our acquisition of Sci-Net is our latest milestone in a strategy that combines strong organic growth with selective M&A activity. Sci-Net’s Business Central expertise will further expand our already strong Microsoft offering. Making understanding customers’ problems the first step to any solution, Sci-Net’s approach aligns with our own ambitions to get all UK businesses ready for AI.
“Our consolidation of some of the sector’s leading Microsoft-focused digital transformation partners puts us in the strongest position to equip organisations across the UK for an AI-enabled future.”
This acquisition follows ANS’ recent integration of Makutu and builds on its strategy of combining organic growth with targeted acquisitions to expand its Microsoft capabilities. With over 675 technology specialists and business experts, ANS offers a national sales network, enhanced access to Microsoft resources, and "a strong foundation for future innovation".
Sci-Net says it will continue to operate from its Oxfordshire base, now as part of a wider team focused on delivering transformative outcomes for customers across the UK.
