February 2009

“Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake”

“Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake” – Napoleon

One of the strategies used by Napoleon, when faced with superior numbers, was the use of speed and focused attack to gain the central position. This allowed Napoleon to drive a wedge to separate the enemy armies. He would then be able to overwhelm his enemy in smaller targeted battles against mightier forces.

Perceptive Software YTD revenue UP 41% over previous year

Pereceptive Software seem to be flying high despite the economic recession.

Perceptive Software completed the second quarter of the 2009 fiscal year with revenue of $18M year to date global revenue is $40m up 41% on the previous year.

Their CEO Scott Coons is quoted as saying: "Todays adverse economic conditions are compelling businesses to purchase technologies that provide quick bottom-line results".

Acquisition Opportunity (Europe): Document Production Software Vendor

I said that from time to time I would be able to bring to you some M&A opportunities from this sector. Well here is the first. Should you have an interest and want to know more please contact me in strictest confidence: