JDA Software completes acquisition of i2 Technologies

Scottsdale, Ariz. JDA Software Group has completed the acquisition of i2 Technologies in a transaction valued at approximately $604 million.

JDA said the move solidifies its position as one of the leading providers of supply chain management and pricing solutions, with the addition of i2’s 400-plus customers and robust, patented manufacturing, supply chain, retail and transportation solutions.

Together, the combined company’s customer base comprises more than 6,000 companies worldwide in the discrete and process manufacturing, wholesale distribution, transportation, retail and services industries.

“With the close of the i2 acquisition, we’ve achieved an exciting milestone and an important and consistent next step in our strategy of becoming the foremost end-to-end supply chain solutions provider,” said JDA CEO Hamish Brewer. “The addition of i2 doubles JDA’s market for advanced planning and optimization solutions in all targeted manufacturing verticals, enabling us to address the complexities of discrete manufacturing, complement our leadership in process manufacturing, strengthen our presence in transportation and increase traction in Tier 1 and Tier 2 markets.”