Ardian-backed Alixio, a strategic consulting and HR operational services group, completed the acquisition of X-PM Transition Partners, a transition management services provider. Financial terms were not disclosed. "We’re delighted with this partnership, which seemed a natural fit. With Alixio, we can both continue to grow with our customers and create new partnerships with the group’s other entities, by offering them “Interim Management Enhanced by X-PM® “, our unique approach and our reputation for excellence. By pooling our strengths, we are paving the way for X-PM’s bright future," François Beaugrand, X-PM President.