Unisys (UIS) Deutsche Bank 32nd Annual Leveraged Finance Conference summary
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Deutsche Bank 32nd Annual Leveraged Finance Conference summary
20 Jan, 2026Company transformation and strategic initiatives
Underwent major transformation since 2020, including the sale of the federal business, pension pre-funding, and bond refinancing.
Reorganized into three business units and completed three key acquisitions in 2021 to support growth.
Rebranded in 2022 and expanded alliance partnerships, leading to increased recognition and deal invitations.
Achieved significant new client signings and expects positive free cash flow in 2024.
Focused on secular IT trends such as cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and hybrid work environments.
Business unit overview and revenue profile
Operates three main business units: Cloud, Applications & Infrastructure (CA&I); Digital Workplace Solutions (DWS); and Enterprise Computing Solutions.
Each business unit contributes roughly 30% of revenue, with License & Support (L&S) from ClearPath Forward making up about 21%.
L&S revenue is recognized upon license renewal, leading to lumpy financial results; ex-L&S revenue shows steady growth.
Maintains a diverse, global client base with 80% recurring revenue, reducing exposure to macroeconomic risks.
Technology, partnerships, and AI integration
Partners with major cloud providers (AWS, Google, Microsoft) and device vendors (Dell, Lenovo) to deliver comprehensive solutions.
AI is embedded across offerings, from digital help desks to internal efficiency improvements and client solutions.
Provides industry-specific solutions, such as logistics optimization for airlines and proactive IT management for global clients.
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