Inetum (formerly Gfi) Strengths, Domain Expertise, and Key Differentiators
Inetum, a French IT outsourcing services and software company, boasts a workforce of 28,000 employees and a significant foothold in the French public sector. The majority of its revenue is generated from operations in France, with additional contributions from Spain, Portugal, Africa, and Northern Europe.
Inetum Informatique provides software solutions across various sectors including financial management for public institutions, healthcare, social care, transportation, logistics, infrastructure, and public capital. Alongside its ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and HCM (Human Capital Management) applications, GFI has expanded its offerings to include e-commerce and risk management packages to enhance its BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) solutions. Within the healthcare sector, Inetum offers a variety of solutions for medical time management, focusing on labor activity and scheduling.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Recent Developments
On March 20, 2025, Inetum Software officially separated from the Inetum Group and began operating independently under the name Nexpublica. The company specializes in digital technology for the public sector and employs 1,200 people who support clients in various regions. Nexpublica serves public institutions, semi-public organizations, delegated service providers, and private companies.
In May 2021, Inetum made a significant announcement regarding its alliance strategy with Google Cloud, revealing a comprehensive partnership across Southern Europe. This collaboration involves a certification initiative for its workforce and an expansion of its capabilities within the APIgee, AppSheet, and Anthos platforms. The bolstered alliance serves as a testament to the rapid advancement of Inetum's digital value proposition across Europe, particularly in response to the escalating demand in the cloud market. This surge is further fueled by the increased adoption of remote work and the evolving digital landscape, exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Inetum is committed to accelerating its clients' digital transformation through an agile and industrialized platform approach, underpinned by the strategic vision of "cloudification" and Cloud-Native development.
In May 2020, Gfi collaborated with Tous pour la Santé, an initiative led by Dr. François Sarkozy, to offer its expertise and Botfoundry technology. Together, they launched a chatbot accessible to the public, aimed at addressing the multitude of valid inquiries regarding the Covid-19 pandemic and its ramifications.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) Activities
Dec 2023: Inetum acquired Unifii, a ServiceNow partner in the UK and Ireland, strengthening its ServiceNow capabilities with nearly 500 experts and 2,000+ certifications. Sep 2023: Acquired VISEO’s Microsoft Dynamics division in France to boost Microsoft ERP expertise and offer more tailored services. Sep 2023: Acquired 47 QUAI, a Salesforce integration expert, to enhance CRM capabilities and support client digitalization. Sep 2023: Acquired Proceed, a ServiceNow platform expert with strong ITSM, CSM, and HR capabilities, especially in public and large accounts. Sep 2021: Acquired Ilex International, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings (IAM) under its UPSCALE23 strategy. Dec 2019: Acquired IECISA (Informática El Corte Inglés), expanding its footprint in Spain and Latin America, adding over 23,000 professionals and €2.3 billion in revenue. Dec 2019: Acquired Bridgeo to expand Sage solutions in Central Africa, supporting local digital transformation. Sep 2019: Acquired i2S to offer comprehensive insurance solutions in Iberia and Africa.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Customers in ARTW Customer Database
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Inetum (formerly Gfi) Overview
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Number of Employees: 28000
Functional Market: Absence Management, Time and Attendance, Core HR, Payroll, Benefits Administration,
Key Verticals: Aerospace and Defense, Automotive, Banking and Financial Services, Communication, Construction and Real Estate, CPG, Distribution, Education, Government, Healthcare, Leisure and Hospitality, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Media, Oil Gas Chemicals, Retail, Transportation, Utility,
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Key Cloud and HCM Applications
Chronotime Workplace
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** All revenue figures are estimates based on public records, Cloud and Non-Cloud business models in Apps Run The World's vendor database, and annual survey results including vendor feedback.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Revenue Breakdown by Type:
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Inetum (formerly Gfi) Customers - Breakdown by Geo, Size, Vertical and Product
List of Verified Inetum (formerly Gfi) Customers
No. of Inetum (formerly Gfi) Customers: 300
No. of Inetum (formerly Gfi) HCM Applications Customers: x
No. of Inetum (formerly Gfi) Cloud HCM Customers: x
No. of Inetum (formerly Gfi) Cloud HCM Subscribers: x
Inetum serves numerous clients spanning the public sector, healthcare, and large enterprises within France. Notable accounts include CNES, Euskaltel, Groupe Adeo, Groupe 3SI, Ministere De La Justice, SNCF, Thales Consulting, and Yves Rocher.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Market Opportunities, M&A and Geo Expansions
Inetum plans to hire 4,800 professionals globally in 2025 and is hosting the Digital Job XP Event across major French cities to attract top digital talent. With 45 locations in France and 28,000 employees worldwide, the company continues to expand its regional and global footprint. Recent acquisitions in Morocco include Capital Consulting (70%) and Archos Technology (100%), building on the earlier acquisition of ValuePass Consulting to strengthen its presence in French-speaking Africa and SAP integration capabilities. Additionally, the 2016 acquisition of Poland-based IMPAQ Group enhanced Inetum’s expertise in IT services, particularly in anti-money laundering and fraud detection solutions, and expanded its BPO and application capabilities.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Risks and Challenges
In the evolving landscape of HR, Checkr faces a myriad of risks, both internal and external, alongside formidable go-to-market challenges. Internally, factors such as operational inefficiencies and technological glitches could impede seamless service delivery. Externally, the relentless emergence of competitors poses a substantial threat, compelling Checkr to continually refine its strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
Inetum (formerly Gfi) Ecosystem, Partners, Resellers and SI
Inetum has formed several strategic partnerships to strengthen its digital solutions and innovation capabilities. In 2023, it collaborated with SensioLabs to support Symfony-based PHP development, with Holy-Dis to integrate time management tools, with AppLearn to enhance digital workplace adoption in the EMEA region, and with France Immersive Learning to develop virtual learning environments. Previously, Inetum partnered with MoneyTrack in 2022 to improve digital health insurance services and with OVHcloud in 2021 to offer secure cloud infrastructure as part of its UPSCALE23 strategy. Inetum also expanded its FabLab innovation network across Europe, opening its sixth center in Spain. It primarily operates through direct sales and maintains partnerships with major tech firms including Tata, Microsoft, Sage, Oracle, PTC, and SAP.
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