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Company. Constellation Software: The Business of Buying Software Businesses

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CHAPTER

The Evolution of Constellation Software

This chapter explores the early stages of Constellation Software's formation, from securing funding and initial acquisitions to the transition from 'Software Co' to 'Constellation Software'. It emphasizes the strategic focus on vertical market software, discussing the company's unique approach to acquiring small businesses with steady cash flows and maintaining original management structures. The chapter also delves into their decision to go public, the advantages of vertical market software, and Constellation's approach to capital allocation and growth initiatives.

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