Download Our Podcast

Discover more about 
Background Checking with our podcast on
'Reducing the Risk of Hire'

Click Here to download

Northgate Information Solutions acquired by KKR

Private equity firm acquires leading specialist software and outsourcing business at an enterprise valuation of £1.1bn

Private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co (KKR) has acquired Northgate Information Solutions (Northgate). The acquisition is implemented by means of a scheme of arrangement which has become effective on 5th March following which KKR controls 100% of the shares of Northgate. Northgate’s shares were delisted from the London Stock Exchange on 7th March 2008.  This followed the announcement of the recommended acquisition by the Boards of NIS Acquisitions Limited (a company controlled by certain funds advised by KKR) and Northgate Information Solutions plc, made on December 21, 2007.

Chris Stone, chief executive officer at Northgate Information Solutions, commented: “KKR’s investment approach makes them an ideal partner for Northgate, as we share a common business philosophy for long-term value creation.  The opportunities for us to expand the business under their ownership are extremely exciting.”

For Northgate HR & Arinso, the HR Division, the plans are to strengthen the human resources outsourcing, systems integration and software businesses, both through organic growth and a programme of strategic acquisitions.  The plans include continued geographic expansion, with new offices being opened in fast growing markets, as well as increased investment in existing operations.

According to Stone “The acquisition of Arinso last year was transformational,” he commented. “Now operating as a single global company, our HR division is leading the way in the global Human Resources market.  Under our new ownership, we will continue to drive delivery excellence in all areas.”

The deal completed in accordance with the original timetable at an enterprise valuation of £1.1bn.

Download news item Download article

Back to news items

PeopleChecking Blog

Monday 26 July 2010
The Real World

Read more »

Friday 23 July 2010
The Full Picture

Read more »

Wednesday 21 July 2010
Best Of The Best

Read more »

Monday 19 July 2010
Kings Of The Road?

Read more »

Friday 16 July 2010
How Realistic?

Read more »

Wednesday 14 July 2010
Stop The Leak

Read more »

Monday 12 July 2010
Are We Really Safe?

Read more »

Friday 9 July 2010
Not So Cheap

Read more »

Wednesday 7 July 2010
Money Worries

Read more »

Monday 5 July 2010
Enough Protection?

Read more »

Monday 28 June 2010
Immigration And Employment

Read more »

Friday 25 June 2010
Protecting Your Organisation

Read more »

Wednesday 23 June 2010
Hiring The Right Candidate

Read more »

Monday 21 June 2010
Hiring Is Tiring

Read more »

Friday 18 June 2010
The Importance Of A Passport

Read more »

Wednesday 16 June 2010
The Wheat From The Chaff

Read more »

Monday 14 June 2010
Driving The Way To Safer Roads

Read more »

Friday 11 June 2010
Honesty Is The Best Policy

Read more »

Wednesday 9 June 2010
Crime Time

Read more »

Monday 7 June 2010
No Place To Hide

Read more »

Tuesday 25 May 2010
Pre Employment Screening

Read more »

Friday 21 May 2010
Desperate Times

Read more »

Wednesday 19 May 2010
The Importance Of Education

Read more »

Monday 17 May 2010
To Trust Or Not To Trust

Read more »

Thursday 13 May 2010
Count The Cost

Read more »

Tuesday 11 May 2010
Time And Money

Read more »

Friday 7 May 2010
Right To Drive

Read more »

Wednesday 5 May 2010
Real Or Fake?

Read more »

Monday 3 May 2010
Take The Time

Read more »

Thursday 29 April 2010
Financial background checks

Read more »

Wednesday 28 April 2010
Passport Checks As Part Of Pre Employment Screening

Read more »

Tuesday 27 April 2010
What The Detailed Passport Check Involves

Read more »

Thursday 22 April 2010
Just How Many People Lie On Their CV?

Read more »

Tuesday 20 April 2010
How Fast Are Our Employee Background Checks?

Read more »

Thursday 15 April 2010
Reference And Career Checks

Read more »

Wednesday 14 April 2010
Which Positions Require Criminal Records Checks?

Read more »

Tuesday 13 April 2010
Standard And Enhanced Criminal Background Checks

Read more »

Thursday 8 April 2010
What Is The Independent Safeguarding Authority?

Read more »

Tuesday 6 April 2010
New Regulations Under The Vetting And Barring Scheme

Read more »

Thursday 25 March 2010
CRB Checks: Simple And Worthwhile

Read more »

Wednesday 24 March 2010
Know Your Employees

Read more »

Tuesday 23 March 2010
Employment Checks: Your Responsibility

Read more »

Thursday 18 March 2010
Check Your Employee's Driving Licence

Read more »

Tuesday 16 March 2010
The Importance Of Professional Membership Checking

Read more »

Thursday 11 March 2010
The Price To Pay For Employing Illegal Workers

Read more »

Wednesday 10 March 2010
CRB Checks For Standard Safety

Read more »

Tuesday 9 March 2010
Undertake The Relevant Employee Checks

Read more »

Thursday 4 March 2010
What Backgrounds Checks Specifically Involve

Read more »

Tuesday 2 March 2010
Employ Only The Best

Read more »

Monday 1 March 2010
How to Go About Employment Screening

Read more »

Thursday 25 February 2010
Background Checking Is Vital

Read more »

Wednesday 24 February 2010
Take No Risks - Use Background Checks On Employees

Read more »

Tuesday 23 February 2010
Why Use An Employee Background Check

Read more »

Thursday 18 February 2010
Ensure Your Employees Are Telling The Truth About Qualifications

Read more »

Tuesday 16 February 2010
Credit Checking For Your Employees

Read more »

Sunday 14 February 2010
Protect Your Business With Criminal Record Checks

Read more »

Thursday 11 February 2010
Pre Employment Screening Is A Necessary Procedure

Read more »

Wednesday 10 February 2010
Criminal Record Checks For Peace Of Mind

Read more »

Tuesday 9 February 2010
Confidence In Your Workforce With Qualification Checks

Read more »

Thursday 4 February 2010
Protect Your Business With Criminal Record Checks

Read more »

Tuesday 2 February 2010
Qualification Checking Helps To Prevent Future Issues

Read more »

Monday 1 February 2010
What types of Background Checks are there

Read more »

Tuesday 26 January 2010
Choosing an Employment Screening Service

Read more »

Thursday 21 January 2010
From Passport to Criminal Records Checks

Read more »

Tuesday 19 January 2010
Saving Time and Money with Background Checking

Read more »

Thursday 14 January 2010
Necessary Criminal Record Checks

Read more »

Wednesday 13 January 2010
Make Sure the Candidate is Right for the Job

Read more »

Tuesday 12 January 2010
Screening your Potential Employees

Read more »

Thursday 7 January 2010
Don't be Left Out of Pocket

Read more »

Tuesday 5 January 2010
The Benefits of Background Checks

Read more »

View our latest blogs and post a comment .......