3M announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Archon Technologies Inc., a Denver, Colo.-based provider of enterprise software solutions for motor vehicle agencies.

Archon's enterprise software systems manage and integrate motor vehicle agency operations including vehicle registration, titling, driver licensing, professional licensing, dealer credentialing and revenue management. This acquisition strengthens 3M's core solutions that help motor vehicle agencies operate more efficiently and deliver excellent customer service.

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