[August 09, 2011] Kenexa Acquires Ashbourne Group Tweet Aug 09, 2011 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- Kenexa, a provider of business solutions for human resources, announced the acquisition of The Ashbourne Group, a supplier of HR and occupational psychology services to businesses in the U.K. and Ireland. In a release, Andrew Jackson, head of Kenexa Government Solutions, said, "The pressure on the public sector to improve efficiencies in a cost effective manner is leading to a centralized procurement model. Global vendors such as Kenexa add greater value under this model as we have the bench strength and full range of technology, content and services needed to compete and execute effectively. "We believe the combination of The Ashbourne Group's offerings and public sector reputation with our innovation and proven solutions will offer new solutions for the public sector and help further solidify Kenexa as a preferred supplier to the U.K. government. "Ashbourne has a strong track record within the public sector and is already accredited by the Government Procurement Service to supply its services across the public sector. The Cabinet Office, Ministry of Justice and HMRC are examples of their central government clients. Together, Kenexa and The Ashbourne Group look forward to helping public sector organizations rise to the significant challenges they currently face." The Ashbourne Group's company founder, Trevor Pons, said, "We're delighted to become part of the Kenexa organization as the company has an excellent reputation as an industry leader. We're confident that our customers will benefit from the combined synergies of our companies." Kenexa provides business solutions for human resources. ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]