Electionz.Com Limited

Electionz. com specializes in comprehensive election management services, offering diverse voting methods such as e-voting, telephone voting, and postal voting, ensuring accurate and timely electoral processes for a wide range of clients. Founded in 1998 in Christchurch, New Zealand, Electionz. com provides election management services.

The company was acquired by Civica, a portfolio company of 3i, in February 2009. Electionz. com provides comprehensive election management services, specializing in a range of voting methods including internet voting (e-voting/i-voting), telephone voting, and postal voting. Their core offerings encompass the management of complete electoral processes including advertising, electoral roll maintenance, mail-outs, candidate management, and the design and printing of voting materials.

The company serves diverse clientele spanning corporate elections, educational institutions, government agencies, not-for-profit organizations, and iwi (tribal) elections throughout New Zealand and Australia. By managing elections for a varied client base—from a few hundred to hundreds of thousands of voters—Electionz. com addresses the critical need for integrity and efficiency in the electoral process, ensuring that results are delivered accurately and on time. In 2003, Electionz.

com reported a revenue of USD 681,426. 80 with an EBITDA of USD 7,631. 10. The revenue model is primarily structured around providing tailored election services to clients, establishing contracts that encompass a spectrum of electoral management needs.

Transactions typically involve service agreements where clients pay for comprehensive election management, which may include specific services such as voter roll maintenance and custom voting material design. The company engages in B2B transactions with various organizations including local government bodies and educational institutions, facilitating elections through their proprietary systems. Electionz. com aims to enhance its service offerings by exploring new products in electoral technology, though specific upcoming launches have not been detailed.

The company plans to expand its operations into other regions beyond New Zealand and Australia, but specific target markets and timelines for this expansion have not been disclosed. The funding received from its acquisition by Civica will likely be utilized to support these growth initiatives.