ABB CONCISE and Optical Distributor Group (ODG) announced a merger effective December 28, 2012. By consolidating the efforts and strengths of these two companies, ABB CONCISE and ODG say they will be able to deliver more services and programs to help the eyecare professional better compete in this competitive marketplace.
“We are very excited about the opportunities that this merger will create to help us achieve our common vision of helping eyecare professionals compete,” says Angel Alvarez, CEO of ABB CONCISE. “This merger is an investment in the future for our customers because it combines the strengths of our two companies as we continue to focus on our core strategy of bringing new products, services and practice building tools to our combined customer base. Our leadership teams are enthusiastic about building a platform that our customers can trust and will be an overall win for them and our industry.”
Jeff Rems, president and chief operating officer of ODG concurs: “ODG has always prided itself on providing the highest level of service in the industry by offering innovative programs to help the eyecare professional successfully compete, retain patients and improve profitability. This merger with ABB CONCISE only strengthens that philosophy of being a trusted “business partner” to eyecare professionals. ABB CONCISE shares these same initiatives and we’re excited to bring new programs and services to increase efficiency and profitability in today’s competitive environment.”
The merger brings together over 120 sales professionals. As the companies integrate, there will be no disruption of service. Customers of each company will continue communicating with the same customer service and sales representatives.
ABB CONCISE and ODG say they would like their customers to know that they will continue to communicate with them as this merger progresses so they will remain informed about the programs and services they will be receiving.
