Value-added distributor Ingram Micro Inc. has acquired Global Mobility Products (GMP), a Canadian-based leading provider of mobile reverse logistics, repair and asset recovery services. As Ingram Micro Mobility further extends its reach into the Canadian mobility market, the acquisition of GMP is expected to enhance the company’s ability to provide a full suite of wireless device lifecycle services in Canada via VARs and channel partners.
GMP’s customers include Canada’s largest mobile operators and retailers, as well as leading manufacturers. GMP’s services include reverse logistics, asset recovery and repair services for device refurbishing and reselling from contract customers and the open market. The company also provides returns management and creates adaptive programs to meet customer-specific applications. It provides services at approximately 3,000 retail locations through its recently acquired 46,000 square feet state-of-the-art repair facility.
“This is a strong strategic fit, providing us with an immediate corridor to a rapidly growing, high-value services market that directly addresses the needs of mobility operators and retailers in Canada’s large and growing mobility market,” said Bashar Nejdawi, president at Ingram Micro Mobility North America. “GMP’s strong reputation, proven track record, solid growth and profit profile make it an excellent fit for Ingram Micro Mobility and are expected to help leverage our existing infrastructure to offer the Canadian mobility industry a broader array of streamlined logistics capabilities.”
“Adding GMP’s services offerings to our current Canadian mobility operations is a complement to our growing business and we believe the combination will drive new revenue opportunities, while enabling our current mobility customers to be more efficient while maximizing the value of every device,” said Steve Roberts, executive director of Ingram Micro Mobility Canada. “We look forward to welcoming the GMP team to Ingram Micro Mobility.”
Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Burlington, ON, GMP will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Ingram Micro. Founding principal John Gnocato will be moving to other ventures. Operating principal Ryan Djordjevic will continue to lead the company as a senior director, reporting directly to Nejdawi.
“We are excited to join forces with Ingram Micro Mobility and confident our customers will see immediate benefits from this collaboration,” said Djordjevic. “Ingram Micro Mobility’s established mobility leadership and expertise in supply chain services are a natural pairing with our operations, which we expect will accelerate.”
