-
Abstract:
BMC Software,Inc. (Nasdaq:BMCS) gets slapped with a class action lawsuit claiming that BMC insiders made false statements
about the strength of sales and integration of acquisitions, sold stock when BMC was trading at an all time high, then announced
that third quarter FY00 earnings would be much worse t (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
... All software acquisitions should include fallback provisions in case
of acquisition or discontinuance of products. Organizations ...
Published:
2000-03-01
-
Abstract:
The announcement in September 2006 that Illinois Tool Works Inc. had made an offer to acquire all of Click Commerce's common
stock made many market insiders scratch their heads. However, the real benefits—and the challenges—may lie ahead. (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
The announcement in September 2006 that Illinois Tool Works Inc. had made an offer to acquire all of Click Commerce's
common stock made many marke...
Published:
2006-11-17
-
Abstract:
Lawson Software, almost two years since a successful IPO amid adverse conditions at the time, has had its share of difficulties
while rounding up its vertical offerings via a slew of focused appetizing acquisitions. While the last two quarters have seen
license revenue revive and profits, certain ongoing (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Lawson Software, almost two years since a successful IPO amid adverse conditions at the time, has had its share of difficulties
while rounding up ...
Published:
2003-11-06
-
Abstract:
Lawson, contrary to many other players, seems to be compensating its narrow foothold with a strong vertical dimension. Lawson
will continue to concentrate its internal sales efforts on its traditional vertical markets and to additionally rely on partners
to address and develop for particular industry nee (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Lawson, contrary to many other players, seems to be compensating its narrow foothold with a strong vertical dimension. Lawson
will continue to con...
Published:
2003-11-10
-
Abstract:
In several aspects, Lawson Software could be regarded as an enterprise applications market anomaly. For one, at its peak
in fiscal 2002, the company boasted annual revenues of nearly $430 million, but it still has only a slender (less than 10
percent of revenues) presence outside of its US domestic marke (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
In several aspects, Lawson Software could be regarded as an enterprise applications market anomaly. For one, at its peak in
fiscal 2002, the compa...
Published:
2003-11-08
-
Abstract:
Lawson has yet to show that its strategy and technology can "travel abroad," especially to Europe where it needs to put down
some deep roots if it is to fulfill its global ambitions. A measly portion of its total revenues comes from sales outside
of the US-a proportion that has been static for the past s (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Lawson has yet to show that its strategy and technology can "travel abroad," especially to Europe where it needs
to put down some deep roots if it...
Published:
2003-11-11
-
Abstract:
Lawson is sticking to its focus on selected vertical markets, but going forward the tenets of that focus will likely be more
finely tuned. Namely, the vendor has lately accelerated development, in part through a number of appetizing acquisitions,
of its traditional vertical functionality to ensure contin (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Lawson is sticking to its focus on selected vertical markets, but going forward the tenets of that focus will likely be more
finely tuned. Namely,...
Published:
2003-11-07
-
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
... If more information related to the software acquisitions kindly share
with me. Ned Lilly on 30 November, 2007 at 9:06 am #. Hi Noor,. ...
Published:
2007-11-29
-
Abstract:
Through determined and prudent product enhancement initiatives, Exact Software demonstrates itself as an earnest enterprise
in the small and medium market, and it is growing its global base. (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Through determined and prudent product enhancement initiatives, Exact Software demonstrates itself as an earnest enterprise
in the small and mediu...
Published:
2006-01-09
-
Abstract:
It is essential that depth and expertise in vertical industries, which are critical to ongoing success, be encouraged and
nurtured. However, it can be easily neglected in a slew of recent complementary acquisitions and subsequent attempts to intertwine
them. However, CDC and Pivotal looks like the kind o (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
It is essential that depth and expertise in vertical industries, which are critical to ongoing success, be encouraged and
nurtured. However, it ca...
Published:
2004-02-09
-
Abstract:
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what mergers and acquisitions means for you—the software buyer—and know the questions you
should ask if you find yourself in this situation. Your company has purchased a human resources (HR) software that will improve
your business. But you’ve just learned that your s (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what mergers and acquisitions means for you—the software
buyer—and know the questions you should ask if you find yo...
Published:
2011-04-20
-
Abstract:
Shares of Computer Associates, BMC Software, Compuware Corporation, and others have suffered serious setbacks on the stock
market in recent days due to shortfalls in revenue. These companies are direct competitors, and are all suffering the same
fate in the stock market. Once again, the dreaded Wall Str (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
... Associates has been fond of acquiring competitors (most recently Platinum Technology and Sterling Software,
the two largest software acquisitions in US history ...
Published:
2000-08-08
-
Abstract:
Geac has acquired in excess of 40 companies around the world. Geac's purchase of UK-based ERP software maker JBA International
in 1999 has nearly doubled the company's size. (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Geac has acquired in excess of 40 companies around the world. Geac's purchase of UK-based ERP software maker JBA International
in 1999 has nearly ...
Published:
2000-03-01
-
Abstract:
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what mergers and acquisitions means for you—the software buyer—and know the questions you
should ask if you find yourself in this situation. Your company has purchased a human resources (HR) software that will improve
your business. But you’ve just learned that your s (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what mergers and acquisitions means for you—the software
buyer—and know the questions you should ask if you find yo...
Published:
2011-04-20
-
Abstract:
Lawson Software, almost two years since a successful IPO amid adverse conditions at the time, has had its share of difficulties
while rounding up its vertical offerings via a slew of focused appetizing acquisitions. While the last two quarters have seen
license revenue revive and profits, certain ongoing (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Lawson Software, almost two years since a successful IPO amid adverse conditions at the time, has had its share of difficulties
while rounding up ...
Published:
2003-11-06
-
Abstract:
Lawson has yet to show that its strategy and technology can "travel abroad," especially to Europe where it needs to put down
some deep roots if it is to fulfill its global ambitions. A measly portion of its total revenues comes from sales outside
of the US-a proportion that has been static for the past s (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Lawson has yet to show that its strategy and technology can "travel abroad," especially to Europe where it needs
to put down some deep roots if it...
Published:
2003-11-11
-
Abstract:
Initial indications are that this is a strategic investment by chinadotcom that will allow Ross Systems to expand its product
footprint and capitalize on its process industry expertise. Given the market opportunity for all types of manufacturing in
China, chinadotcom will have to resist the temptation to (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Initial indications are that this is a strategic investment by chinadotcom that will allow Ross Systems to expand its product
footprint and capita...
Published:
2003-10-04
-
Abstract:
Recent QRS' announcement that it has terminated its agreement to merge with JDA Software, while, in a separate announcement,
it stated that it will be acquired by Inovis for a $16 million (USD) higher price, might have more ramifications for JDA than
merely an "unrequited love". (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
Recent QRS' announcement that it has terminated its agreement to merge with JDA Software, while, in a separate announcement,
it stated that it wil...
Published:
2004-11-03
-
Abstract:
After a slew of acquisitions in the past, which have had varied outcomes, Geac seems to be grooming itself to become an attractive
acquisition target. This is the conclusion to be drawn from a tumultuous period since the company reported a loss-making quarter
and subsequent back-to-back speedy departures (...)
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
After a slew of acquisitions in the past, which have had varied outcomes, Geac seems to be grooming itself to become an attractive
acquisition tar...
Published:
2000-11-20
-
Excerpt related to
software acquisitions:
... This week BMC announced it had secured the purchase of ITM Software, a business ...
And investor reaction to BMC’s acquisitions in the past have been positive ...
Published:
2008-06-20