Overlooked lessons from Mandiant's $1B acquisition
The late 2013 acquisition of Mandiant by FireEye offers an important lesson for today's government contractors: technology and services are a key to a high-value business.
ICF acquires Brussels communications firm
ICF International has acquired Mostra S.A. in a move that boosts ICF’s strategy of providing implementation services that leverage its advisory services and enhances its policy work.
How CACI nailed the Six3 acquisition
CACI was somewhat of an underdog in the competition to buy Six3 Systems, but the company took three steps that proved it was a contender against much bigger bidders.
Market challenges remain in 2014
Sure there is a budget, but when has there really been positive change in the market? Experts at Raymond James' annual investor conference describe a mixed bag and warn that tough decisions lie ahead.
Are CSC, GD the next candidates for spin-offs?
We've seen several large spin offs in the government market in recent years, and all indicators point to even more in 2014. Who are the most likely candidates to split this year?
Secure Communication Systems acquires surveillance solutions firm
Secure Communication Systems has acquired Tactical Micro in a move to boost its training, instrumentation and surveillance solutions for military and commercial customers.
Citrix acquires Framehawk, bolsters mobile offerings
Citrix has acquired Framehawk and its Framehawk solution, which will be combined with Citrix’s HDX Technology to deliver an unparalleled user experience under adverse network connections.
Year-end deals set stage for 2014 changes
Change will be the watch word for the next year and the recent flurry of mergers and acquisitions, including Rockwell Collins $1.4 billion deal for ARINC, point the way forward as companies look for ways to solidify their positioning and expand their footprint in a highly competitive market.
Engility plans $120M acquisition of DRC
Engility expands its customer base with a $120 million acquisition of Dynamics Research Corp. that brings DRC's 58-year history to a close.
Alcatel to spin off LGS business
Private equity groups will pay $200 million to buy LGS Innovations LLC from its parent, Alcatel-Lucent, granting independence to a company with roots stretching back to Bell Labs and the pre-break up of AT&T.
Is the budget deal just a temporary fix?
The budget compromise on Capitol Hill will bring some much needed certainty to the market, but Editor Nick Wakeman worries that this is just a moment of clarity, and that the window of certainty will be short-lived.
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