When a technology partner grows in the right way, you feel it in faster releases, steadier support, and solutions that fit your needs without friction. Grafdom’s acquisition of Bangalore-based Hegartech is designed to deliver exactly that—greater capability and reliability for organizations that depend on robust web and desktop applications, with strengthened coverage across India, the Middle East, and international markets.
Official Announcement: What’s Changing and Why It Matters
12 August 2006 — Regional web and IT major Grafdom has acquired Hegartech, a privately held company based in Bangalore, India, for an undisclosed figure. The transaction creates greater value, flexibility, and choice for Grafdom clients and Business Partners, combining proven programming expertise with an expanded support footprint.
Building on an empowered strategy, Grafdom is responding to clients’ needs to leverage advanced programming solutions for web and desktop modules—while maintaining strong, trusted vendor support. In November 2005, Grafdom introduced the Grafdom Despod Platform, and has continued enhancing the software and its infrastructure. With Hegartech on board, the combined team strengthens development velocity and deepens the support model that clients have come to expect.
“The deal scales up our core competencies in web-based software and application programming in the international arena and takes Grafdom’s market presence further with an empowered vision,” said Alan Roberts, Vice President of Middle East Operations at Grafdom. Mr. Roberts noted that Hegartech—bringing over 15 years of experience in conceptualizing, programming, and developing reliable web and desktop applications—will be a strong strategic partner for Grafdom.
“Grafdom’s acquisition of Hegartech gives us a tremendously firm platform to replicate our business success within India, the Middle East, and other regions across the world,” said Migel Rajonathan, CEO of Hegartech Systems. “This is an outstanding opportunity to rapidly expand our presence in South Asia and beyond and will present excellent opportunities for the business as a whole. This union demonstrates the strength and reputation of our empowered brand, Grafdom.”
Grafdom was founded to pioneer the IT and web industry and to build compelling synergies with business partners. Over time, the company has expanded its services from web modules, graphic design, and e-commerce into 3D animation and print media—empowering businesses to launch seamless online platforms and fortify their brands globally. For more information, visit www.grafdom.com or call +9714 345 3384.
- About Grafdom Grafdom is a regional web and IT leader known for designing, developing, and supporting secure, enterprise-grade digital solutions. Its portfolio spans web-based applications, e-commerce experiences, graphic design, 3D animation, and print media. With a client-first support model and a strong presence in the Middle East, Grafdom focuses on scalable platforms that can evolve with changing business needs.
- About Hegartech Hegartech is a Bangalore-based software company with more than 15 years of experience conceptualizing, programming, and delivering web and desktop applications. The team brings a track record of reliable components and modular architectures, enhancing development throughput and quality assurance across complex projects.
- Strategic Rationale and Client Benefits
Why this acquisition supports faster, safer delivery
- Deeper engineering bench: More hands-on experts to accelerate project timelines and handle complex integrations.
- Expanded regional coverage: Stronger presence across India and the Middle East improves responsiveness and localized support.
- Modular, secure stack: Reinforces component-based architectures that adapt quickly as business requirements evolve.
- Roadmap continuity: Sustains and strengthens the Grafdom Despod Platform, supporting secure deployment across web and desktop environments.
What improves for current clients and partners
- Broader solution options: Additional capabilities to tailor features, integrate legacy systems, and optimize performance.
- Service reliability: An enlarged support team with defined SLAs and continuity planning across regions.
- Scalable delivery: The combined team can take on larger, multi-market projects with consistent quality.
- Trusted vendor assurance: A unified, long-term support model from a single, accountable provider.
Technology Focus: The Grafdom Despod Platform
Introduced in November 2005, the Despod Platform underscores Grafdom’s emphasis on secure, modular, and extensible software. With Hegartech’s development experience, Grafdom is positioned to:
- Enhance component libraries for faster customization and deployment.
- Strengthen security practices across authentication, data protection, and infrastructure hardening.
- Improve integration pathways for web and desktop modules, including legacy interoperability.
- Expand documentation, tooling, and support resources for clients and Business Partners.
Regional Impact: India, the Middle East, and Beyond
With Hegartech’s base in Bangalore—one of the world’s foremost technology hubs—Grafdom gains deeper access to engineering talent and time-zone coverage that aligns well with the Middle East and South Asia. This creates tangible benefits:
- Better overlap with client business hours for faster turnaround on support and change requests.
- Access to specialized skill sets for complex projects and modern architectures.
- Proximity advantages for regional deployments, governance requirements, and on-site collaboration when needed.
Continuity and Integration: What to Expect Next
- Service continuity All current client engagements continue without interruption. Account teams remain your primary point of contact, with additional engineering and support resources now available to reinforce delivery.
- Integration priorities
- Aligning development standards, QA processes, and release management across teams.
- Expanding Despod Platform component libraries and documentation for faster onboarding and customization.
- Scaling support coverage and knowledge bases to ensure rapid issue resolution.
How to Get Support or Start a New Project
Organizations seeking secure, scalable web or desktop applications—or looking to enhance brand presence through design, 3D animation, or print—can connect with Grafdom for solutions tailored to evolving needs. Visit www.grafdom.com or call +9714 345 3384 to discuss scope, timelines, and integration options.
