TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICES
Uncommon Approach
Today, technology and services companies are defining new market segments and are seeking innovative ways to secure competitive positioning. The current pace of change is as rapid as any industry has ever experienced. Companies require capital to expand, currency for acquisitions, and an experienced partner to aid in developing strategic relationships.
Industry consolidation and convergence, evolving technology, strategic outsourcing, and a changing regulatory environment are just some of the reasons why technology and services companies need a strong source of innovative financial solutions.
Wachovia recognizes the importance of the technology and services sector in today's economy, and has dedicated a senior team of professionals to meet the capital requirements and advisory needs of growth-oriented technology and services companies.
Our industry specialization includes:
- Communications Technologies—wireline, wireless, cable/IPTV, network/security
- Consumer Technology/Hardware—consumer peripherals, CPE/STB, audio/video, storage
- Electronic Processing—electronic transactions, electronic billing, payment services, data processing
- Information Management Services—database services, document management, print and imaging services
- IT Services and Consulting—consulting, commercial IT services, government IT services, engineering and technical services, business process outsourcing, staffing, recruiting
- Marketing Services—advertising, direct marketing, industry research, customer relationship management services
- Software—enterprise applications, infrastructure, network security, storage, mobility, entertainment, communications
Uncommon Commitment
Distinguished by our unwavering commitment to the financial needs of your business.
- Leading underwriter of both bank capital, investment grade debt, high yield debt, and public equity in the sector
- Executed over 60 capital markets transactions for clients in 2005, raising over $24.7 billion of capital
- Superior M&A advisory, private capital, and convertible securities capabilities
- Balance sheet support—approximately $4.5 billion committed to public and private companies in the sector
- More than 50 dedicated technology and services industry and product experts located in San Francisco, Charlotte, and New York
- Dedicated, experienced Private Placements team with proven track record and deep knowledge of investor universe
- Managing Directors average more than 15 years of investment banking experience in the sector
The Wachovia Advantage
Wachovia's dedicated team of commercial, corporate, and investment banking professionals bring local, national, and international expertise to all facets of this complex industry, including strategic idea generation, capital formation solutions, and integrated delivery and execution of transactions. We can provide the products and support you need to address the competitive challenges you face, from day-to-day cash management needs to capital markets solutions.
Benefits and Retirement Services
Direct deposit payroll services, 401(k) plans, and equity services for your employees
Capital Markets
Mergers and acquisitions advisory, equity, and debt offerings
Cash Management and Deposit Services
Payables, receivables, and merchant services
Lending and Financing
Term loans, commercial mortgages, and loan syndications
Risk Management
Financial and operating risk management tools
Sales and Trading
Money market and fixed income