General Atlantic, an American growth equity firm, led a $425m investment in Buyers Edge Platform, a data and software tools provider, with participation from Blackstone Tactical Opportunities and Morgan Stanley Tactical Value. “Buyers Edge Platform has always been focused on driving better economic outcomes for foodservice stakeholders through technology. Our new partnership with GA Credit, Blackstone, and Morgan Stanley Tactical Value will enable us to fund key strategic initiatives and provide us with access to these firms’ global platforms and operational resources. Their support will allow us to continue on our mission of delivering even greater efficiency, connectivity, and value to the foodservice ecosystem," John Davie, Buyers Edge Platform Founder and CEO.