A Permanent Home for Your Software Company
Caudex acquires and operates vertical market software businesses for the long term. We preserve what makes your company great — your team, your brand, and your customers.
Acquiring and Operating Software Companies for the Long Term
Caudex is a software acquisition operating group within Jonas Software, part of Constellation Software Inc. We acquire vertical market software companies and provide them with a permanent home — backed by the resources and expertise of one of the world's largest software conglomerates.
We focus on businesses that serve specialised industries with mission-critical software. When we acquire a company, we invest in its growth while preserving the culture, team, and customer relationships that made it successful.
- Portfolio companies
- 8 Portfolio Companies
- Businesses in network
- 1,000+ Businesses in Constellation Network
- Hold period
- Forever Buy-and-Hold Philosophy
- Location
- AU Australia-Based Operations
Why Caudex
A different kind of acquirer — built on respect for what founders have created.
Autonomy
Your team, your brand, your customers — we don't integrate or merge. You continue running your business with the independence that got you here, backed by deeper resources.
Buy and Hold Forever
We never sell. Your company has a permanent home — not a stepping stone to the next transaction. Our commitment is measured in decades, not fund cycles.
Best Practices Sharing
Access operational knowledge from a network of over 1,000 software companies worldwide. Learn from peers in pricing, customer success, product development, and growth — on your own terms.
Our Portfolio
Eight vertical market software companies serving specialised industries across Australia and New Zealand.
Impos
HospitalityPoint of sale and payment solutions for the hospitality industry, installed in over 2,700 venues across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.
Happen Business
Business ManagementIntegrated ERP and accounting software for SMBs in managed print services, wholesale distribution, manufacturing, and service industries.
Ezy Systems
Beverage ProductionCloud-based ERP for wineries, distilleries, and craft beverage producers — integrating production, inventory, compliance, and sales from vineyard to bottle.
OnTap Data
Liquor & RetailData aggregation, reporting, and promotional management software for suppliers, retailers, and wholesalers in the liquor industry.
MedAdvisor
HealthcareDigital medication management platform connecting patients with pharmacies through prescription reminders, refill tracking, and adherence tools.
Corum Health
PharmacyBusiness software for the pharmacy industry including electronic ordering, point of sale, dispensing, and multi-site retail management.
RxOne
PharmacyFully integrated pharmacy platform for dispensing, point of sale, and professional services — co-developed by pharmacists for New Zealand and Australian pharmacies.
VostroPay
PaymentsUnified commerce payment platform connecting businesses across all channels and payment methods with fraud protection and PCI compliance.
What Founders Say
Hear from the people who've been through the process.
What stood out about Caudex was their commitment to keeping our team and brand intact. Two years on, we're operating with more autonomy than ever — and with access to resources we never had as an independent company.
The acquisition process was straightforward and respectful. Caudex understood what we'd built and why it mattered to our customers. There was never any pressure to change what was working.
Knowing our software has a permanent home gave us real peace of mind. Caudex's buy-and-hold-forever philosophy meant our customers and employees weren't facing another transition in a few years.
Your Path Forward
Whether you're a software founder considering your options or an advisor representing a client, we'd like to hear from you.
For Software Founders
Thinking about what comes next for your business? Here's what Caudex offers:
- A permanent home — we buy and hold forever
- Full autonomy for your team and brand
- Operational support and best practices from 1,000+ companies
- A fair and transparent valuation process
For M&A Advisors
Representing a software company? Here's why advisors choose to work with us:
- Responsive and efficient process from LOI to close
- Fair terms with proven deal certainty
- Long-term partnership — not a flip
- Track record of 8 successful acquisitions and growing
Start a Conversation
Whether you're exploring your options or ready to move forward, we'd welcome the chance to learn about your business. Every conversation is confidential.
Prefer email? Reach us directly at acquisitions@caudex.com.au
