The Firm is representing BMC Software, Inc. (“BMC”) in connection with its proposed acquisition of Compuware, a Thoma Bravo company and a leading provider of mainframe application development, delivery and support solutions. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed and the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions.
BMC delivers software, services and expertise to help more than 10,000 customers, including 92% of the Forbes Global 100.
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