dss+, an operations management consulting firm backed by Inflexion Private Equity, has acquired Chicago-based Lauras International USA. The deal brings together dss+'s global network of more than 1,800 experts across 41 countries with Lauras's specialization in rapid, sustainable productivity improvements. CEO Davide Vassallo leads dss+, which is headquartered in Versoix, Geneva.

The acquisition strengthens dss+'s presence in the North American market while expanding service offerings to include Lauras's productivity-focused consulting approach. Lauras International USA clients will now gain access to dss+'s extensive global resources and expertise. This move represents Inflexion's continued strategy of building operational excellence capabilities within its portfolio companies.

The consulting sector has seen increased consolidation as firms seek to scale services and geographic reach. Private equity firms view operational consulting as a stable, growing market with recurring revenue streams. By combining forces, the merged entity can offer more comprehensive solutions to clients seeking efficiency improvements.

This acquisition positions dss+ to better compete with larger consulting firms while leveraging Lauras International USA's established client relationships in the Chicago market. The deal reflects ongoing private equity interest in professional services firms with specialized expertise.