Flexera Software is programmed for the task. The software maker, formerly Acresso Software, targets its products to high-tech device manufacturers, government agencies, and other software companies. It makes FLEXnet, a licensing technology that enables its users to license their software products, manage entitlements, and update and deliver software electronically. Flexera's other core product, InstallShield, facilitates installation of software on PCs, servers, mobile devices, and other computer-related products. The company's customers include 3M, AMD, Adobe, and Autodesk. Private equity firm Thoma Bravo owns Flexera.