Belfast-based advisory firm OCO Global has acquired Spanish tech company Bizzyou, which it will incorporate into its new dedicated technology division.
The move is part of a wider strategy by OCO - which has 14 offices worldwide including London, Riyadh, New York, Dubai and Beijing - to accelerate its digitisation of services to support international clients.
Bizzyou specialises in developing online platforms that enable business to business (B2B) engagement.
The acquisition will support OCO’s delivery of international trade, investment and economic development services which rely upon connectivity and engagement between clients and stakeholders.
OCO Global’s chief executive Gareth Hagan said: “In the last decade, the way in which global business operates has become unrecognisable. Change is everywhere and shifts in global markets and industry sectors hugely increases the need for effective B2B engagement to drive the next wave of innovation, collaboration and commercial relationships.
“We have seen significant demand from clients and real open-mindedness to adopt smart solutions like CONNECT and VELOCITI, that support their digital transformation.”
He added: “We have been working with Bizzyou since 2022 to develop OCO CONNECT, one of the most sophisticated platforms available for the creation and management of online business communities.
“As we continue to expand our technology capabilities within both our existing and growing client base, it made strategic sense to incorporate Bizzyou’s expertise into a new and expanded dedicated technology team.”
Yeary Callero, formerly of Bizzyou and now OCO’s chief technology officer, added: “This is an exhilarating new chapter for us. Our technology, now combined with OCO Global’s expansive reach and expertise, is set to redefine industry standards and accelerate digital transformation.
“We’re looking forward to helping OCO Global lead the charge in innovating business services for a digital-first world.”