Kronos Incorporated has acquired UK-based SMART Computer Holdings and its Spanish affiliate SMART Human Logistics in cash transactions. The acquisitions will support the company's aggressive international growth strategy and strengthen its presence in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.

SMART is a leading provider of workforce management solutions – including time and attendance, staff scheduling, and absence management. Hundreds of organisations in the manufacturing, services and distribution, retail and hospitality, and public sector markets use SMART solutions, including Allianz, Gist, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, Jaguar, JC Bamford Excavators (JCB), Kuehne and Nagel (K&N), Leroy Merlin, Mandarin Oriental, Merlin Entertainments Group, Swissport, Trailfinders, and Wiseman Dairies.

Dick Cahill, vice president and general manager, international, Kronos, says: “Acquiring SMART is yet another manifestation of our aggressive global expansion efforts, further strengthening our presence in the EMEA region.”

Eric Smart, founder and chief executive officer, SMART, says: “Combining SMART’s workforce management expertise in Europe with Kronos’ global presence, financial stability, and innovative resources will bring great value to SMART customers and employees. No company is better equipped to take SMART to the next level. SMART is poised for a remarkable future and great success with Kronos.”

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