By Business & Finance 
Healthcare, technology and services company Clanwilliam Group today announced that it has acquired Bluespier International, leading provider of theatre management solutions.
Both Clanwilliam Group and Bluespier share a common focus on delivering innovative services that support the work of healthcare professionals and improve health outcomes.
Bluespier software applications are used in over 50 NHS hospitals in the UK as well as in private hospitals in both the UK and Ireland.
Its theatre management suite is clinically focused and designed to enable hospitals to manage theatre, trauma, anesthetics, pre-theatre and stock activities more efficiently.
Clanwilliam Group is backed by Eli Global and its strategy is to invest in businesses which are in a position to add value for its customers and their end users.
Gavin Webb, co-founder of Bluespier, will remain a shareholder and will continue to run the business as managing director.
The combined expertise and experience of Clanwilliam Group will serve as a resource to the management team, aiding Bluespier as it continues to grow and expand.
Commenting on the investment, Webb said: “Today is a significant milestone for Bluespier. The investment by Clanwilliam will enable us to grow and evolve the company and our proposition for the benefit of our customers. Under the umbrella of the Clanwilliam Group our team will have the opportunity to grow and develop as part of a larger healthcare group – developing and maximising synergies on behalf of our customers. The investment and support from Clanwilliam will enable us to take the business to the next level and we are extremely ambitious for the future of Bluespier.”
Bluespier joins other well-known brands and businesses within the Clanwilliam Group including Helix Health (RxWeb), Professional Medical Management Services and DGL Practice Manager.
Howard Beggs, CEO, Clanwilliam Group, commented: “At Clanwilliam Group, we are big believers in what technology can achieve in the healthcare setting. Under the leadership of Gavin Webb, the team will be looking to build on this success into the future. With the combined strength, technical expertise and skills of the Clanwilliam Group, further product innovation will be facilitated, benefitting new and existing customers alike.”
