South Brisbane, February 13, 2019 – Jonas Software (“Jonas”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Happen Business Pty Limited. (“Happen”). With its sophisticated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) accounting software, Jim2, Happen delivers complete business management software solutions to an extensive regional and international customer base.

“Happen has established and expanded its business and products over the past 19 years to become an international market leader in its field,” explains Jeff McKee, Group CEO of Jonas Australia & New Zealand.  “Happen has focused on delivering premium customer-centric service and software solutions that have a proven track record in streamlining business efficacy and successfully delivering client solutions.  We are pleased to welcome them to the Jonas family”. 

“We are very proud of the company we have built with Happen, and this joining is an exciting opportunity for us to fuel transformation and growth within our company,” said Happen Managing Director and founder, Paul Berger.  “Jonas Software brings bold, fresh thinking combined with business and industry expertise that will enhance our ability to deliver innovative solutions for our clients and their customers. It is the perfect partnership to help us take Happen and Jim2 to new heights.”

About Happen Business Pty Limited 

Happen was founded in 2001 in Mortdale, New South Wales, Australia. Happen was established to fill a growing need in the market for a comprehensive accounting and business workflow solution. The company rapidly established a strong following for its Jim2 Business Engine software, and now has an extensive customer base in diverse industries such as managed print, managed services, importing, distribution, sales and service, specialized retailing and manufacturing. Happen’s in-house team of professional consultants, development experts and support engineers are ready and resourced to ensure businesses using Jim2 Business Engine maximize their return on investment.

About Jonas Software

Jonas Software operates over 80 independently managed software brands around the world, providing them with the strategic guidance and financial security required to be leaders in their respective markets. From its roots formed in the construction and club management markets, Jonas Software’s reach has grown extensively within the fitness, membership, hospitality and industrial verticals. Today, Jonas Software is proud to supply industry-leading enterprise management software and related services to more than 70,000 customers in 20 vertical markets.