Link4 has acquired Unifiedpost DE, the leading German provider for digital document exchange, for an undisclosed amount. Unifiedpost DE, formerly known as crossinx, was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. This acquisition marks a significant expansion for Link4 into the German and broader European markets for digital financial and ordering processes.
Unifiedpost DE employs over 170 professionals across three countries, serving more than 350,000 companies internationally. Its comprehensive suite of solutions includes e-procurement, e-invoicing, EDI, and supply chain finance, encompassing invoice financing. These services enable businesses of all sizes to digitalise their entire financial and ordering workflows, reducing operational costs. Unifiedpost DE's solutions are GoBD-compliant certified and tax compliant in over 60 countries, trusted by major clients such as ABB, Beiersdorf, Conrad Electronic, CWS boco, Sartorius, and Sixt, alongside numerous medium-sized enterprises. The company also maintains a robust partner network with banks and ERP manufacturers and is active in industry associations like VeR and GENA, while also pursuing climate protection initiatives.
The strategic rationale behind Link4's acquisition of Unifiedpost DE centers on leveraging Unifiedpost DE's established market leadership, extensive customer base, and advanced technological capabilities in digital document exchange. This move is expected to create substantial synergies, allowing Link4 to significantly broaden its service portfolio and enhance its footprint in the critical European market. Unifiedpost DE's expertise in compliance and its strong network are anticipated to complement Link4's existing operations, strengthening its overall position in the evolving landscape of digital business processes.
The combined entity is poised to offer an even more robust and comprehensive suite of solutions for digitalizing financial and ordering processes globally. This acquisition is set to accelerate innovation and expand the reach of advanced digital transformation tools, providing enhanced value to a wider range of businesses seeking efficient and compliant financial operations.