Bengaluru: Clinisys, a global leader in laboratory information systems (LIS) and diagnostic informatics, has acquired Orchard Software from Francisco Partners, a prominent technology-focused investment firm.
This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Clinisys’s capabilities in laboratory informatics, enabling it to serve a broader spectrum of healthcare, life sciences, and public health customers worldwide.
The acquisition combines Orchard’s robust LIS portfolio with Clinisys’s advanced laboratory information management systems (LIMS), cloud-first solutions, and diagnostic technologies.
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Together, the companies aim to deliver scalable, flexible, and future-ready informatics platforms for laboratories ranging from physician-office labs and reference labs to veterinary and public health institutions.
“Joining forces with Clinisys marks a powerful new chapter for Orchard,” said Billie Whitehurst, CEO of Orchard Software. “Together, we’ll continue empowering laboratorians with innovative tools for high-quality, efficient care – now with even greater global reach and resources.”
Michael Simpson, CEO of Clinisys, emphasized: “The acquisition of Orchard aligns with our strategy to advance next-generation, cloud-based laboratory solutions.
With over 45 years of informatics expertise, the company is committed to enabling safer, healthier communities by expanding our impact across diverse diagnostic markets.”
Clinisys: Strengthening Global Presence and Innovation
Since its acquisition by Francisco Partners in 2019, Orchard Software underwent a successful strategic transformation that included cloud modernization, product innovation, and enhanced leadership.
“We’re proud of Orchard’s growth over the years and confident that Clinisys and Roper Technologies are the ideal long-term partners to drive its future success,” said Anders Mikkelsen, Principal at Francisco Partners.
The acquisition opens new avenues for the company to better serve North American and global customers, delivering integrated laboratory solutions that support clinical, research, and regulatory needs.
Aeris Partners acted as the exclusive financial advisor, while Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal counsel to Francisco Partners and Orchard Software.
