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IBM’s Acquisition of WDG Automation

July 09, 2020

On July 8, 2020, IBM announced it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Brazilian software provider of robotic process automation WDG Soluções Em Sistemas E Automação De Processos LTDA (“WDG Automation”). The acquisition further advances IBM’s AI‑infused automation capabilities, spanning business processes to IT operations. Cravath is representing IBM in connection with the transaction.

The Cravath team is led by partner George F. Schoen and includes associates William F. Roegge and Mose Hogan III on M&A matters and associates Daniel P. Herrmann and Brendon J. Rivard on executive compensation and benefits matters. Summer associate Samantha R. Greenky also worked on M&A matters.

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George F. Schoen
Title
Corporate
Title
Partner
Email
gschoen@cravath.com
Phone
+1-212-474-1740
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    Education

    • J.D., 1998, University of Chicago Law School
      with Honors
    • B.A., 1994, Cornell University

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    • New York

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