RM deepens strategic position in digital assessment with IB extension. RM plc has strengthened its position in digital education infrastructure after extending its long-standing relationship with the International Baccalaureate to continue delivering digital assessments. The agreement maintains RM's role as a technology partner to one of the world's leading international education organisations and reinforces the importance of specialist software capabilities within assessment delivery. Financial terms for the extension have not been disclosed, limiting the immediate ability to assess its direct revenue impact. However, the continuation of the relationship provides another indication that RM's assessment platform continues to meet the operational requirements associated with large-scale international examinations. Reliability, security, scalability and exam integrity are particularly important in this part of the education technology market, where disruption can carry significant operational consequences. The contract extension also highlights the potential value of established customer relationships in specialist enterprise software. Digital assessment systems can become closely integrated with an organisation's processes and technology infrastructure, increasing the complexity associated with changing providers. RM's continued work with the International Baccalaureate therefore supports its positioning in a market where specialist knowledge and a track record of dependable delivery can create meaningful barriers to replacement. That positioning may become increasingly relevant as enterprise software customers place greater emphasis on integration, speed of implementation and overall cost. Improved integration capabilities, faster time to value and lower total cost of ownership are among the leading factors influencing confidence in enterprise application spending. At the same time, a significant proportion of organisations remain willing to consider changing software suppliers as market conditions evolve. RM plc (LON:RM) is a global EdTech provider of learning and assessment solutions, supporting the full learning journey, from early years through to higher education and professional qualifications. * Written by: Amilia Stone Find more news, interviews, share price & company profile here for: * RM plc Latest company news. RM's extended digital assessment partnership with the International Baccalaureate reinforces its specialist education software position as integration, AI and customer retention become increasingly important. RM is positioning its digital assessment portfolio around candidate experience, operational reliability and the gradual adoption of new assessment technology. RM Technology has expanded its HP device range through AMD, giving education customers more choice across price, performance and specification. RM is expanding AI capabilities across its assessment platform as regulators define how automation can be used in marking, invigilation and assessment design. RM Technology has partnered with the Digital Poverty Alliance to help UK schools fund and deliver one-to-one student device programmes. RM Assessment outlines how fully digital exams could widen access, reduce manual processing and support the gradual modernisation of high-stakes assessment.

RM PLC reported a 33.2% increase in adjusted operating profit and 20% rise in adjusted EBITDA for full year 2025, despite marginally lower overall revenue. The Assessment division drove growth with 20% revenue increase and operating margin expansion from 17.5% to 22.9%, aided by the launch of RM Ava, an adaptive virtual accreditation platform. The Technology and TTS divisions faced headwinds from UK schools' budget pressures and US tariffs, with TTS revenue declining to £67.3 million. However, international sales in the Middle East and North Africa grew 20%. The company raised £13.5 million through an oversubscribed equity offering in Q4 to strengthen its financial position. Management implemented cost-saving measures whilst focusing on high-margin areas to improve profitability.