NextGen Automation Acquires Corporate Business Solutions (CBS)

NextGen Automation • May 1, 2024

We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in NextGen Automation's path of innovation and growth: the strategic acquisition of Corporate Business Solutions (CBS). This pivotal step not only marks a key moment in our journey but also reinforces our commitment to broadening our horizons and deepening our roots in the Edmonton area.

By welcoming CBS into the NextGen Automation family, we solidify our market presence and affirm our dedication to delivering unparalleled value to our clients. This expansion through CBS embodies our resolve to enhance our service capabilities, diversify our product offerings, and cultivate rich opportunities for collaboration and innovation across the region.

This acquisition brings Konica Minolta into our circle of esteemed technology partners, enriching our already diverse technology partners. This inclusion ensures that NextGen Automation stands uniquely positioned to offer unbiased, perfectly matched technology solutions to each client, further personalizing our service commitment.

We are excited to join forces with CBS's skilled team, which will speed up our innovation and achievements. This partnership enhances our ability to transform the industry and establish new standards of excellence.

As we step into this thrilling new chapter, our dedication to the Edmonton business community remains unwavering. Your ongoing support fuels our ambition to redefine what's possible in our industry. Thank you for standing with us on this journey into a promising and dynamic future.

About CBS:

Corporate Business Solutions (CBS), based in Edmonton since 2001, has been instrumental in enhancing organizational productivity. Known for its award-winning networked Multi-Function Office Equipment from Konica Minolta, Printers, and Mailing Machines by Francotyp Postalia, along with cutting-edge Software Solutions, CBS has helped thousands of businesses improve efficiency and increase profitability.

About NextGen Automation

For over twenty-five years, NextGen Automation has led the digital print hardware and software industry, dedicated to enhancing business operations through seamless integration and innovation. Our extensive presence across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba is supported by twelve strategic branches, making us the go-to source for comprehensive office automation solutions. Our team of over 90 professionals prioritizes reliable, efficient service, leveraging automation and advanced processes to meet the demands of the modern business landscape.

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