Imprivata Acquires GroundControl to Expand Mobile Solutions
Imprivata, a digital identity company, has acquired GroundControl Solutions, a provider of cloud-based mobile device automation software. The acquisition is expected to enhance Imprivata's identity and access management platform for mobile devices.
Imprivata, a leader in digital identity solutions, announced Tuesday its acquisition of GroundControl Solutions. GroundControl offers cloud-based software for automating the provisioning of shared mobile devices. The combination is expected to advance Imprivata's identity and access management (IAM) platform, particularly for mobile devices in enterprise settings.
The acquisition aims to accelerate the development of new capabilities for Imprivata's offerings on enterprise mobile device fleets. GroundControl's technology has supported over one million devices globally across sectors like healthcare, retail, and airports in 82 countries. Its solutions help regulated industries enhance mobile device management (MDM) by maintaining high standards for provisioning, asset management, privacy, and security.
Gus Malezis, President and CEO of Imprivata, stated that GroundControl will be a central component of Imprivata's future mobile strategy. Aaron Freimark, CEO of GroundControl, added that by joining forces, they can offer more robust and complete identity lifecycle solutions to customers worldwide. Both executives noted the significant increase in shared mobile device usage, especially in healthcare, due to productivity, cost, and security benefits.
Imprivata focuses on digital identity solutions for the healthcare industry, aiming to address unique workflow, security, and compliance challenges. GroundControl was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in New York.