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On October 31, 2011, IMS Health completed the purchase of SDI Health, a Pennsylvania-based healthcare market insights and analytics firm. The acquisition brings together both companies’ considerable patient, specialty and managed markets information assets and services capabilities to provide a full, 360-degree view of the entire patient experience. IMS is now positioned to deliver more innovative and comprehensive information services to a broader set of stakeholders, including pharma manufacturers, public and private payers, healthcare providers, pharmacies and healthcare institutions, and other key constituents. ABOUT IMS IMS Health is the leading provider of information, services and technology for the healthcare industry around the world. The company draws on its global technology infrastructure and unique combination of in-depth, sophisticated analytics, on-shore and off-shore commercial services, and software platforms to help clients better understand the performance and value of medicines. With a presence in 100+ countries and more than 55 years of industry experience, IMS serves leading decision makers in healthcare, including pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors, providers, payers, government agencies, policymakers, researchers and the financial community. Additional information is available at http://www.imshealth.com.