IDS Next Completes Acquisition of ShawMan Software

Asia’s largest software solution provider for hospitality, IDS Next, recently completed the acquisition of ShawMan Software, further strengthening the former’s position as the only global leader in comprehensive ERP solutions for hotels, restaurants, wellness, and banquets & events sectors. This strategic move, which was first initiated in 2022, is now facilitated through the National Company Law Tribunal, India, marking a key moment in IDS Next’s journey as a full-stack enterprise cloud solutions provider for the industry.

Since its inception, IDS Next has been at the forefront of hotel ERP solutions. By integrating ShawMan’s point of sales, table booking, spa management, and club management technology, IDS Next will continue its offerings to multiple verticals not limited to hotels, setting the standard for seamless, end-to-end hospitality technology.

This acquisition aligns with our mission to redefine hospitality operations through smart solutions using all-in-one and best-in-breed software. As we move forward, we will continue to invest in leading technologies and innovation, including AI. By creating a seamless ecosystem of hospitality technology, we not only accelerate our growth but also enhance our customers’ capacities. Binu Mathews, CEO of IDS Next

With this acquisition, existing customers of ShawMan Software will gain access to IDS Next’s robust infrastructure, 24/7 multilingual customer support, enhanced disaster recovery, and seamless integrable solutions. Meanwhile, existing IDS Next customers will benefit from an expanded suite of hospitality solutions, catering to multiple hospitality verticals that cover both front and back-end operations. The integration reinforces IDS Next’s commitment to innovation, providing a powerful, unified technology ecosystem for the global hospitality sector.

This is an immense opportunity for us to provide enhanced end-to-end solutions. We are thrilled about this new merger, and with our combined expertise, together we can offer our customers and partners better solutions with global reach. Jimmy Shaw, Founder of ShawMan Software and Director at IDS Next

With this acquisition, IDS Next is more powerful than ever—ready to redefine hospitality technology and redefine hospitality businesses worldwide with cutting-edge, enterprise-grade solutions.

About IDS Next

IDS Next is the largest hospitality solutions provider in emerging markets, catering to global customers in over 50 countries with award-winning software. Streamlining both front and back-office hospitality operations, IDS Next provides full-stack ERP solutions for hotels, restaurants, wellness, and banquets & events sectors and integrates with over 350 leading technology partners. Having over 35 years of experience, the company promises the most secure operations with its PA DSS-certified and compliance with global regulations, including GDPR and SOC I and II. Today, the company powers 300,000+ rooms, 220+ hotel chains, 25,000+ POS outlets and 300+ leisure venues across the globe. Spanning across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific Rim, the company is trusted by renowned hospitality brands, including Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Taj Hotels, ITC Hotels, Choice Hotels and Louvre Hotels Group, for more, visit www.idsnext.com.