New Zealand-based MSP Securecom acquired by Sharp NZ

Securecom, an NZ-managed and owned MSSP providing end-to-end IT services, has been acquired by Sharp Corporation NZ.

Securecom, which has operated in New Zealand for over 20 years and manages the IT infrastructure of over 250 NZ based clients, is primarily aimed at the mid-market of around 150-500 seats.

As a result of the acquisition, Sharp NZ will significantly increase in size and its capabilities will be expanded to include a suite of managed IT services. These services will complement Sharp’s existing range of business technology solutions, including multifunction print systems, commercial displays and software systems.

Securecom’s Auckland-headquartered operations and 24/7 Integrated Operations Centre (IOC) will continue with no structural nor operational changes under the leadership of current Securecom MD Greg Mikkelsen.

The business will adopt a refreshed brand identity with the byline ‘Powered by Sharp’.

Under the new agreement, Sharp NZ MD Jan Nicol-Winitana will continue in her capacity as MD and has also been appointed as the new chair of Securecom, replacing Chris New. New will take up a board advisory role, guiding the business to ensure transition for both Sharp and Securecom.

The Securecom purchase represents a "significant investment" by Sharp in New Zealand’s technology economy, following similar global initiatives by its parent company Sharp Global. Sharp NZ is the first subsidiary within the Asia-Pacific region to integrate an MSP into its operations.

Nicol-Winitana said the transaction strengthens Sharp's market position, expands its technical capabilities and supports the company's long-term stability and growth strategy.

"Importantly, it enhances our ability to deliver to our customers IT services that are essential for today’s businesses to increase productivity and remain competitive, including cloud-based solutions, cyber security, network infrastructure and managed supply services," she said.

"It also reflects our company strapline – ‘in step with your future’ – which is about our ambition to build value-based relationships with our customers, supporting them and being by their side as they navigate the fast pace of change in today’s market.

“As we introduce IT services into our business, we shift from being historically a traditional print and copier business to a more unified technology partner for our customers.”

Mikkelsen said the opportunity to leverage the benefits of its global scale to add value to local customers is an exciting proposition.

"The alignment of Sharp’s values and customer-focused approach made them a very natural choice to power the next phase of our growth," he said.

"This investment by Sharp demonstrates a strong commitment to the New Zealand business community and we look forward to working together for the benefit of our people, our customers, and our partners.”