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SAP acquires Syclo and pushes the mobile business envelope further

SAP, a customer relationship and business management software company, has acquired mobile business service provider Syclo, the company announced Tuesday. Details, including purchase price, were not disclosed.

With the bring-your-own device movement gaining steam, it’s no surprise that SAP snatched up Syclo. Tons of businesses are using iPads and smartphones in day-to-day operations on the go, and mobile app for business-use are popping up left and right. SAP is hoping to offer even more mobile services to business with Sylco’s existing technology

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