Harris Computer
Global vertical market software provider that acquires, manages, and builds software businesses using a 'forever time horizon.' Focuses on businesses serving public and private sectors including local government, education, public safety, healthcare, and utilities.
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Company Overview
About Harris Computer
What They Buy
Target Companies:
- Vertical market software businesses
- $500K to $100M+ revenue
- Public and private sector focus (government, healthcare, education, utilities)
- Mission-critical software with recurring revenue
Deal Structure:
- All cash deals
- Forever ownership (never sells)
- Decentralized management - companies keep autonomy
- 24-hour response time commitment
Contact: Ottawa, Canada | Founded 1976 | “Glendia will action your email within 24 hours”
Track Record
200+ acquisitions completed since 1976:
- MEDHOST: Healthcare information systems (2024)
- SirsiDynix: Library management systems
- FrontLine: Education workforce solutions
- Commerce Decisions: Procurement software (2020)
- Syscon Justice Systems: Offender management (2017)
Portfolio Stats:
- 200+ businesses operated
- 100,000+ customers served
- 12,000+ employees globally
- Global presence (North America, Europe, Australia)
Portfolio Companies
Founder Testimonials
"While we celebrate 40 years of providing patient care solutions for community and rural healthcare, we are looking forward. The future with Harris is full of opportunities, given a mutual commitment to operational excellence. Harris will continue to operate MEDHOST as a stand-alone business headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee."
"We at Commerce Decisions have been supporting our customers in achieving the best possible outcomes on their most complex procurement challenges for many years now. I'm delighted that we will be continuing this journey with Harris and look forward to utilising Harris's global footprint, industry experience and success to establish deeper relationships with our existing customers whilst exploring new growth opportunities."
"Sverica has been a tremendous partner to Syscon as we continue to build market leading Offender Management software solutions for governments throughout the world. The support and guidance provided by Sverica has positioned us well for future success with Harris."
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Last updated: October 6, 2025
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