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Dassault Systèmes
Dassault Systèmes' business is innovation. Through virtual universes, it helps business and people create sustainable products and services to shape a better...
Dassault Systèmes
Dassault Systèmes' business is innovation. Through virtual universes, it helps business and people create sustainable products and services to shape a better future. Its science-based virtual twin experiences help drive innovation. The company supports more than 290,000 customers and 25 million users in 140 countries.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1981
Location
Region
Europe
Country
France
City
Paris
Corporate office
Vélizy-Villacoublay, France
Additional offices
Waltham, MA, United States · Shanghai, China
Principals
Bernard Charlès
Executive Chairman
Pascal Daloz
CEO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Dassault Systèmes?
Strategic investment decisions are executed by CEO Pascal Daloz and Executive Chairman Bernard Charlès. The firm's R&D budget is allocated to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and acquisitions like Medidata (2019) and Centric Software (2021) per public filings.
How does Dassault Systèmes source proprietary deal flow?
The firm identifies acquisition targets through its deep industry partnerships and customer relationships. It has acquired technology to fill gaps in its portfolio: Medidata (clinical trials), Centric Software (retail PLM), and Simulia (simulation).
Does Dassault Systèmes participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Dassault Systèmes primarily pursues direct acquisitions. It occasionally co-invests in strategic rounds — for example, it joined the $100M Series B in Zipline (drone logistics) in 2021 alongside Baillie Gifford.
What investment stages does Dassault Systèmes typically target?
Dassault Systèmes focuses on growth-stage and mature companies that can be integrated into its 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Recent deals include the $5.8B acquisition of Medidata (mature) and the $1.2B purchase of Centric Software (per company filings). It also makes minority investments in startups that offer complementary technology.
How is Dassault Systèmes related to the Dassault family?
Dassault Systèmes is a spinout from Dassault Aviation, which remains a major shareholder. The Dassault family, through Groupe Dassault, owns a controlling stake. Bernard Charlès is not a family member but has led the company since its founding.
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