Shoosmiths advises on the sale of EasyBuild to Access Group

UK law firm Shoosmiths has advised the shareholders on the sale of EasyBuild to The Access Group, for an undisclosed sum.

Established in Borehamwood in 1999, EasyBuild offers Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software designed specifically for the construction sector.

The software provides the financial and commercial tools needed to manage the complexity of construction industry projects, across areas including contractors, civil engineering, demolition, interior fitout, roofing and cladding, rail, highways, joinery and utilities.

EasyBuild has won awards in the construction sector for their software every year over the last four years.

Carol Massay, CEO, EasyBuild said: “I am looking forward to the onward journey with my team at EasyBuild, as we embrace a new opportunity by becoming part of The Access Group to offer our customers a greater range of business solutions from one single provider. I would like to thank Shoosmiths for both their corporate legal expertise and patience in ensuring we made a smooth transition to join The Access Group.

“Working directly with James Klein and Jessica Berkeley was a fantastic experience at all levels. Their professionalism, structured approach and legal expertise  made this whole experience enjoyable to achieve a successful outcome.  Thank you both for your patience and support to the Shareholders and myself, it was an absolute pleasure.”

James Klein, head of technology sector and corporate partner led the transaction for Shoosmiths, principally assisted by Jessica Berkeley, corporate associate and Caroline Airey, tax senior associate.

James said: “Our corporate team at Shoosmiths are pleased to have helped the shareholders on this sale to ensure a seamless transition for EasyBuild to join The Access Group to continue transforming the construction sector through technology to work smarter.”

The Access Group has helped more than 35,000 customers across both commercial and not-for-profit sectors to become more efficient and productive through its leading business management software that it provides to mid-sized businesses.

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