Distribution Management (DM) has announced the acquisition of National / AZON, a Troy, Michigan-based distributor specializing in wide-format printing, scanning, graphics, signage and related technologies.

The acquisition represents another step in DM's strategy to expand its print and imaging business into adjacent product categories while continuing to invest in the reseller channel. National / AZON brings an experienced team, established reseller relationships, technical expertise and a strong portfolio serving the reprographics, graphic arts, sign-making and production-print markets.

"We are extremely pleased to welcome National / AZON and its employees to the Distribution Management family," said Sean Fleming, CEO, Distribution Management. "National / AZON has built a strong reputation through its people, technical expertise and commitment to its customers. We have tremendous respect for what their team has built and are excited about bringing our two organizations together. We look forward to embracing the National / AZON employees as part of the DM family and combining their expertise with DM's national distribution infrastructure, technology and longstanding commitment to the reseller channel."

The combination will expand DM's presence in wide-format and production printing, large-format scanning, finishing, engraving, routing and signage solutions. National / AZON's manufacturer and reseller relationships complement DM's existing portfolio and create additional opportunities for customers to access a broader range of technologies through a single distribution partner.

DM intends to build upon National / AZON's customer relationships and technical expertise while leveraging DM's national distribution network, technology platform and operational capabilities to support future growth. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.