ScanSource, a company distributing specialty technology products in communications, POS and other spaces, has acquired MTV Telecom Distribution, a UK-based distributor of voice and data solutions. Many US distribution companies are looking to expand internationally. This is especially true as the US dollar is very weak and these deals can really boost the bottom line if the dollar stays at its current level or even decreases in value.

In addition, there is logic in expanding a company’s business so it is not dependant on a  few geographic areas for success.

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