Carpedia’s Next Chapter
Exciting news about Carpedia’s acquisition
Geneva, 24 April 2025
SGS Acquires Carpedia International to Bolster Business Assurance Services in North America
SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Carpedia International, a process improvement and change management firm that helps organizations achieve substantial gains in performance and profitability.
As part of Strategy 27, this latest acquisition supports SGS’ ambitious growth strategy to offer more Business Assurance services and to double sales in North America. It fully aligns with the aim to capture service expansion opportunities and increase market penetration in high potential fast-growing service segments.
Carpedia brings a team of 100 experts to SGS who provide operational transformation services including performance management, process and overhead improvement, and supply chain optimization to enhance business efficiency.
Founded in 1994, Carpedia is a trusted and highly regarded hands-on implementation company for post-certification performance improvement in North America. The organisation has a proprietary methodology which leads to sustainable, quantifiable and continual improvements for their strong client base across different segments.
Géraldine Picaud, CEO of SGS, commented:
“We are delighted to welcome the talented team of Carpedia International to SGS. As part of our ambitious growth strategy, this acquisition enables us to better support the needs of our clients in North America and strengthens our Business Assurance service portfolio. Carpedia will support Strategy 27 by adding value-enhancing revenue streams that go beyond the minimum compliance and certification needs of our clients.”
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ABOUT SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How will this acquisition affect the services I use?
A: There will be no changes to the services or how we conduct business. Our focus is on maintaining high standards of quality and consistency during this transition period. Long-term, the partnership will enable us to enhance and expand our offerings.
Q: Will there be a change in leadership?
A: No, there are no changes to the executive leadership.
Q: Who will be my point of contact going forward?
A: Your point of contact will remain the same.
Q: How will this acquisition benefit me?
A: The acquisition gives us access to resources, expertise, and technologies, and will enable us to expand the range of professional services we can offer.
Q: How can I learn more about SGS?
A: Visit www.sgs.com, follow sgs on LinkedIn, and reach out if you have any questions.
Q: If I have any questions about the acquisition, who should I talk to?
A: You are welcome to reach out to a member of our Leadership Team or email us at info@carpedia.com and we will get back to you promptly.