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EAI Vendor Mercator Drops to a Lower Place on the Map ( Pages)
by M. Reed
Aug 4, 2000 Abstract : Mercator Software, formerly known as TSI International Software, reported higher than forecasted marketing expenses, a new CFO, and missed their earnings estimate by 4 cents a share (predictions were 8 cents a share). Despite the resultant sharp drop in market capitalization, Mercator’s capabilities in the areas of XML and enterprise application integration are still solid.
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Intentia’s Growing Pains ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 15, 2000 Abstract : In May Sun Microsystems, Inc. and Intentia International AB announced a strategic alliance. Earlier, in April, Intentia reported results of its first quarter in 2000.
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Packard Bell / NEC Leads Secure Etoken Deployment ( Pages)
by L. Taylor
Oct 22, 1999 Abstract : On October 19, Aladdin Knowledge Systems ( Nasdaq: ALDN ), a global leader in the field of Internet content and software security, announced with Packard Bell NEC International ( Nasdaq: NIPNY ), the leading brand of consumer PCs in Europe, an agreement to bundle approximately 50,000 eTokens on Packard Bell PCs. The eTokens, or Internet keys, will come in different colors so that all family members can have a unique color code. Retail shops in Belgium expect to have eTokenized PCs on their shelves by November.
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Industri-Matematik Faces Uphill Climb ( Pages)
by Steve McVey
Oct 1, 1999 Abstract : Wracked by negative earnings, shifting infrastructure, and pending litigation, Industri-Matematik International Corporation (NASDAQ: IMIC) faces a difficult time in its history. The Stockholm-based Supply Chain Execution (SCE) vendor has experienced a sharp decline in license revenues over the last four quarters, generating a scant $1.6 million in the most recent quarter - its lowest in nearly four years. Hoping to attract new demand for its products, IMI recently unveiled VIVALDI, a suite aggregated from its flagship application, System ESS, newly developed supply chain management components, and recently acquired customer relationship m
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3 Countries Open the Gate ( Pages)
by A. Turner
May 9, 2000 Abstract : EC-Gate creates a wireless vertical marketplace to enable B2B e-commerce. The first of several wireless virtual communities were unveiled at three international conferences in the Netherlands, Brazil, and Canada.
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Another One Bites the Dust – SSA Gored to Death ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 3, 2000 Abstract : On April 7, Gores Technology Group (GTG), a leading international technology and management company, and System Software Associates, Inc. (SSA) announced that SSA has agreed to sell substantially all of its assets to a newly formed subsidiary of Gores Technology.
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Meiosis, Mitosis: Cap Gemini's Mating with Ernst & Young ( Pages)
by R. Krause
Apr 5, 2000 Abstract : Ernst & Young is on the verge of splitting its consultancy heritage (meiosis) and mating it with France's Cap Gemini's (mitosis). It is a leap of faith that these two genetically different beings can combine genes to create a new international behemoth of 60,000. What's the common DNA? You guessed it – e-business.
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GLOVIA to be Resuscitated (Hopefully) ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 5, 2000 Abstract : Fujitsu Limited announced its intention to acquire 100% ownership of GLOVIA International LLC, a California-based provider of business applications, e-commerce solutions, advanced technology and world-class services for the digital marketplace, in which it currently holds a 30.5% interest.
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IBM Moves into Enterprise Application Integration ( Pages)
by M. Reed
Apr 26, 2000 Abstract : International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM) has announced a new release of MQSeries Integrator that should help businesses integrate their applications and improve e-business architectures. IBM’s leadership in message oriented middleware with MQSeries should allow them to take a leadership role in the market in short order.
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