Dassault Systemes acquires Realtime Technology, the leading provider of professional high-end 3D visualization software
 
 
VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France — December 5, 2013 — Dassault Systemes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, world leader in 3D design software, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced the signing of an acquisition agreement for an 84% controlling interest in Realtime Technology AG (RTT) (Ticker Symbol: R1T), the leading provider of professional high-end 3D visualization software, marketing solutions and computer generated imagery services, benefiting from the development of the fast-growing marketing automation market.
 
This acquisition of Munich-based RTT will include its software division, known for its DeltaGen, PictureBook, POS Configurator and other solutions, and its marketing consulting services. It will also include subsidiary Bunkspeed, with its line of powerful and intuitive rendering software. RTT’s list of customers includes Hugo Boss, adidas, Airbus, Audi, BMW, Daimler, Electrolux, Eurocopter, Ferrari, General Motors, Harley-Davidson, Nissan, Porsche, The North Face, Toyota and Volkswagen.
 
"Our clients express a growing need to fully exploit their 3D digital assets, to transform their marketing and sales as part of their ultimate customer experience. The people at RTT have demonstrated remarkable talents in delivering innovative solutions to their clients,"said Bernard Charles, President & CEO of Dassault Systemes. "In today's experience economy, brands demand seamless interplay of 3D design, marketing and sales applications to create high-impact storytelling across all channels,"said Monica Menghini, Executive Vice President, Industry & Marketing, Dassault Systèmes."Dassault Systèmes values the software and service portfolio that RTT will bring to our 3DEXPERIENCE strategy because 3D marketing, interactive movies and catalog generators represent the hallmark of successful marketers in the age of experience."
 
"The Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE strategy immediately resonated with RTT, especially because we both believe in 3D as a valuable media. From 3D design, all the way through the industry evolution that has resulted in 3DEXPERIENCE, Dassault Systèmes has led the way," said Ludwig Fuchs, Co-founder & CEO, RTT.  "Combining our respective solution portfolios and service expertise will be a milestone for industry business transformation.  Bernard and I have a common belief:  3DEXPERIENCE starts with the consumer and ends with the consumer.  We will continue this evolution together."
 
About EDS Technologies Pvt.Ltd.
 
EDS Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (EDST), established in 1995, is the largest PLM and Real-Time Visual Simulation solutions provider in India, with its corporate office in Bangalore and having direct presence in Chennai, Gurgaon, Noida, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Pune, Kochi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Ahmedabad. EDST, an established Value added reseller with global leaders like Dassault Systemes, SAP, Presagis, VT-MAK provides PLM and 3D Visual simulation COTS solutions, PLM Training and Trained on-site resources bringing in the most complete solution for any size and type of industry.

EDST's differentiation is its domain expertise, consultative approach and hands-on understanding of customer requirements required to drive successful implementations with world class training and technical support. Having more than 19 years of experience, EDST has the largest customer base in the Indian market with more than 1000 customers from aerospace, automotive & supply chains, industrial machinery, high-tech and electronics, railways, infrastructure, consumer packaged goods, engineering service providers, defence, research and education sectors.
 
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