TD SYNNEX entered into a definitive agreement to acquire specialty technology distributor BlueStar. BlueStar specializes in Automatic Identification and Data Capture, operational technology, mobility, RFID, point-of-sale systems, digital signage, networking, robotics, and security technologies.
TD SYNNEX expects the combination to give its customers and vendor partners access to a broader technology portfolio and additional specialized expertise.
BlueStar’s business is particularly focused on technologies supporting physical operations, data capture, inventory, mobility, and frontline commercial environments.
TD SYNNEX plans to combine those capabilities with its global distribution infrastructure, vendor relationships, investment resources, and channel reach.
The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
Until the transaction closes, TD SYNNEX and BlueStar will continue operating independently.
TD SYNNEX serves more than 150,000 customers across more than 100 countries and provides technology spanning cybersecurity, analytics, artificial intelligence, mobility, and Everything-as-a-Service.
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“BlueStar has built an outstanding reputation through specialization, technical expertise and an unwavering commitment to its partners.”
Reyna Thompson, President of North America at TD SYNNEX
“We’re excited about the opportunity to combine BlueStar’s expertise in AIDC, operational technology, mobility, RFID, point-of-sale and related technologies with the global resources, investments and reach of TD SYNNEX.”
Reyna Thompson, President of North America at TD SYNNEX
“Combined with the global capabilities of TD SYNNEX, those strengths have the potential to enhance opportunities for customers and vendors of both companies.”
Miriam Murphy, President of EMEA at TD SYNNEX
“The opportunity to join TD SYNNEX would allow us to maintain those strengths while expanding the resources, capabilities and opportunities available to the partners we serve.”
Ryan Girvin, CEO of BlueStar
