What does Orsus's Acquisition Mean for PSIM?


The Orsus acquisition has delivered a great spike in discussion about PSIM - some good, some critical, especially given the price paid. (For background, see our review of the NICE-Orsus acquisition).

Not surprisingly, the PSIM manufacturers see this as positive. Vidsys, the most vocal PSIM manufacturer made the following claims about the Orsus deal:

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