MRI-backed Orchard completed the acquisition of Capita One from Capita for £180m.

MRI Software-backed Orchard Information Systems, a software house that produces state of the art solutions for organisations involved in public service, completed the acquisition of Capita One, a standalone software business, from Capita, a business process outsourcing and professional services company, for £180m. “We believe technology innovation plays a key role in creating safe, thriving communities, and we look forward to helping local authorities and social housing providers drive efficiencies and reduce complexity through combined offerings from MRI and Capita One. Our open and connected approach to software strives to equip clients with flexible solutions that evolve as requirements change," Patrick Ghilani, MRI Software CEO.