Concept Software Systems Joins Shiji Group

(1st October, 2018, Almancil, Portugal) Concept Software Systems announced that have been acquired by the Shiji Group, one of the world’s leading hospitality IT companies.

Shiji’s acquisition of Concept Software Systems furthers its mission to create an open technology stack for the hospitality industry that transforms how the industry connects across systems and industries thus increasing business opportunities and revenue for its customers. By combining Concept Software Systems’ solutions, Shiji is continuing to create a broad and innovative network of technology solutions interconnected between systems while remaining completely open for integration.

Concept Software Systems is one of the leading Golf, Spa and Hotel POS (Pantry) solutions providers for luxury hotels around the world. With over 20 years of experience in more than 60 countries, Concept has developed a robust system that is uniquely integrated with hotel property management systems and an unrivaled know-how in managing global golf and spa guest data, both online and in person.

Shiji and Concept have been working together for over 10 years servicing hotels across the world. “Adding Concept to the Shiji Group was a natural evolution for both companies. They understand the complexities of the global hotel and activities industry and have robust products with robust integrations making it an ideal fit for our vision of open and integrated hotel technology.” Said Kevin King, COO of Shiji.

“For us, joining the Shiji Group is a huge opportunity that will mean increased service and proximity with our existing and future customers. A business like ours requires working closely with the hotels to ensure the best service is delivered. The Shiji Group’s global support network is the perfect fit for us.” Said Malcolm Rennie, Managing Director for Concept Software Systems.

Concept Software Systems will integrate with the Shiji Group as a fully owned subsidiary and as a Shiji Group company. Note that all Concept’s current client contracts and responsibilities will continue as normal from Concept’s corporate office in Portugal, trading as Conceptek S.A.:

Conceptek-Sistemas de Informação S.A.
VAT/Fiscal number: 508 910 587
Avenida Eng. Duarte Pacheco, 145 cv,
8135-104 Almancil, Portugal
Tel.+351289351200

For further information regarding Shiji’s acquisition of Concept, please do not hesitate to contact Malcolm Rennie at mrennie@csscorporate.com.

About Concept Software Systems

Concept Software Systems is a global leisure software, development and consultancy company specializing in supplying spas, clubs, resorts, hotels and golf courses with high-end software suites to manage operations. Headquartered in Portugal, the company serves clients in more than 60 countries.

About Shiji

Shiji Group provides software solutions and services for the hospitality, food service, retail and entertainment industries, ranging from hotel management solutions, to food andbeverage and retail systems, payment gateways, data management, online distribution and more.

Founded in 1998 as a network solutions provider for hotels, Shiji Group today comprises 3,000 employees in 70+ subsidiaries and brands, serving over 60,000 hotels, 200,000 restaurants and 400,000 retail outlets.

Shiji develops a network of cloud technology platforms that facilitate data exchange by connecting businesses vertically and horizontally across related industries. The importance of cross-industry integration to connect all levels of the supply chain, from guests, to distributors and suppliers of all types is a critical part of our mission. Our goal is to facilitate the transition to fully integrated systems for our clients through a network of platforms that communicate securely and easily so our clients can focus on their core competencies of serving their guests.

Please visit www.shijigroup.com for more information.