ProQuest Buys SIPX
Through its affiliate Bowker, ProQuest (through its has acquired Palo Alto-based digital course material solution provider, SIPX. SIPX eliminates duplicate spending on course packs by connecting students to materials already purchased and available to them through their university library.
"We are thrilled to join forces with our long-time partner ProQuest, a true industry leader that believes in and supports our vision to provide users with content quickly, easily and cost-effectively," said Franny Lee, co-founder of SIPX. "In joining ProQuest's ranks, SIPX is better positioned to continue working with valued partners and customers to deliver unparalleled service, both now and as new developments in higher education arise in this ever-changing digital and global era."
Effective immediately, Ms. Lee will lead SIPX, reporting to Ben Lewis, ProQuest's senior v-p for strategy and business development.
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