Ishikawa Technologies has acquired Big Red Cloud, enabling enhanced payment automation and cloud innovations while ensuring the founder's desired transition and team continuity.
Information on the Target
Big Red Cloud, previously known as Big Red Book, was founded by Marc O'Dwyer in 2001. Recognizing the decline of traditional boxed software, O'Dwyer transformed the company into a cloud-based platform in 2012. By April 2025, Big Red Cloud had successfully attracted a user base of over 8,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), establishing itself as a key player in the cloud accounting software market.
The company's focus on customer satisfaction and innovative cloud solutions played a critical role in its growth and appeal, making it an attractive target for acquisition.
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