Software provider, Retail247, has been acquired by technology services provider, Barron McCann, to strengthen its unified, end-to-end IT solution capabilities.

The acquisition brings together Retail247’s suite of platforms, including Origin PIM and its order management solution Archean, and Barron McCann’s software, including its merchandise and warehouse management ERP, Merret Pro.   

Barron McCann already supports over 21,000 customer sites nationwide, including Papa Johns, Iceland Foods and Vue Cinemas, while Retail247 counts brands such as Crew Clothing, Mint Velvet, Radley and Piglet in Bed amongst its client portfolio.

“Retail247 is a natural fit for our wider service and solutions portfolio, and this acquisition represents a key step in our expansion strategy,” said Scott Watson, MD of Barron McCann.

Martin Schofield, Founder & CEO of Retail247, added that “joining forces with Barron McCann brings together two forward-thinking organisations with a shared commitment to innovation and customer success.”

“The addition of Retail247 further strengthens the software offering across our group, enabling us to offer a broader and more diverse portfolio of services and solutions.” Barron McCann’s CIO, Craig Watson, concluded.