[4][failed verification] With over $100 billion in assets under management (AUM), it is one of the largest private equity firms in the world.

[8][9][10] Vista Equity Partners was founded in 2000 by American businessman and investor Robert F. Smith, who serves as chairman and CEO.

[24] In 2020, Vista joined Diligent Corporation's modern leadership initiative and pledged to create five new board roles among its portfolio companies for racially diverse candidates.

[28] In January 2022, it was announced that Citrix Systems had been acquired in a $16.5 billion deal by affiliates of Vista and Evergreen Coast Capital.

[29] In August 2022, Vista agreed to acquire tax automation software platform maker Avalara, Inc. for $8.4 billion including debt.

[33] In August 2000, Vista invested in SourceNet Solutions, a provider of finance and accounting business process outsourcing services.

[42][43] In 2008, Vista acquired P2 Energy Solutions Inc, a software company that helps oil and gas producers keep track of drilling leases.

[44] The following year, the company acquired SumTotal Systems from Accel Partners and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts,[45][46] as well as MicroEdge from Advent Software.

[22] In 2020, Vista acquired Tripleseat, a web-based sales and event management company,[79] and purchased a 2.32% stake in Jio Platforms.

[83][84] In September 2021, Vista acquired a majority stake in Drift, a sales and marketing software company, valued at over $1.0 billion in the deal.

[89] In April 2024, Vista agreed to acquire Model, Inc., a company specializing in revenue optimization and compliance solutions, for $1.25 billion.

[36] Between 2010 and 2013, Vista sold several companies, including Ventyx to ABB Group for over $1 billion,[40] BigMachines to Oracle for over $400 million,[91] and P2 Energy Solutions to Advent International.

[105] In September 2017, Vista and their companies pledged $1 million to assist the Akshaya Patra Foundation in delivering meals to Indian school children.