Computer Sciences Corporation Recognized as Leader in B2B eMarketplaces

Strategic Insights -

Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) has been recognized as a pioneer and leader in the development of business-to-business (B2B) eMarketplaces by International Data Corporation (IDC). The IDC report, as part of its eMarketplace Services research program, highlights CSC's history and deep industry expertise in systems integration as key factors in its success. CSC's ability to seamlessly link back-office systems with eMarketplaces has enabled the company to differentiate itself among eMarketplace services providers.

CSC's pioneering work and impressive roster of over 60 international Net market clients have led to IDC's recognition of its leadership position in this burgeoning marketplace. The report also features CSC's collaboration with Quoteship.com, an online exchange bringing together cargo shippers and transport providers, as a success story illustrating CSC's leadership in the development and launch of B2B Net markets.

Key Takeaways:

  • CSC has been recognized as a pioneer and leader in the development of B2B eMarketplaces by IDC.
  • CSC's history and deep industry expertise in systems integration are key factors in its success.
  • CSC's ability to seamlessly link back-office systems with eMarketplaces has enabled the company to differentiate itself among eMarketplace services providers.
  • CSC has developed and launched trading communities for 60 well-recognized online exchanges across several industry sectors.
  • The IDC report highlights CSC's collaboration with Quoteship.com, an online exchange bringing together cargo shippers and transport providers, as a success story.
  • IDC expects B2B e-commerce initiatives to comprise a majority of the $99.1 billion Internet services market by 2004.

Statistics:

  • CSC has over 58,000 employees in locations worldwide.
  • CSC had revenues of $9.4 billion for the twelve months ended March 31, 2000.
  • The IDC report highlights the growth prospects of the B2B e-commerce market, which is expected to account for a majority of the $99.1 billion Internet services market by 2004.

Sources:

  • PR Newswire, "Computer Sciences Corporation Announces Recognition by IDC as Leader in B2B eMarketplaces," June 26
  • Computer Sciences Corporation, "About CSC's Net Markets Expertise"
  • International Data Corporation, "eMarketplace Services Profile (Part 1: CSC)" (available at www.csc.com/idcreport0500.html)