EDS and A.T. Kearney Launch Kearney Interactive to Provide Comprehensive e-Business Consulting and Implementation Services in France

Strategic Insights -

Kearney Interactive, a new professional services unit combining e-business consulting and implementation solutions, was launched in France by EDS and A.T. Kearney. Targeting the high-growth market for e-services in France, the unit will offer comprehensive strategies and solutions for success in the digital economy. According to IDC, the French e-business services market was estimated at US$752 million in 1999 and is expected to reach US$6 billion in 2004, representing a five-year compounded annual growth rate of 51 percent.

Key Takeaways:

  • Kearney Interactive combines e-business consulting and implementation solutions from EDS E.solutions and A.T. Kearney to help companies succeed in the digital economy.
  • The new unit will offer comprehensive services, including eMarketing, e-Customer Relationship Management, e-commerce services, and e-Supply Chain Management.
  • Kearney Interactive will provide a single point of contact for clients to manage complex e-business projects and ensure "speed-to-market."
  • The unit will target companies ranging from start-ups to large French firms focusing on moving into the digital economy.
  • EDS and A.T. Kearney have a strong presence in France, with EDS reporting revenues of $18.5 billion in 1999 and A.T. Kearney operating in 62 offices in 37 countries.
  • Patrice Zygband, vice president and managing director of A.T. Kearney in France, will lead the new unit.
  • Steven Leonard, president of EDS E.solutions in Europe, Middle East and Africa, assumes overall responsibility for Kearney Interactive.
  • Kearney Interactive will integrate the skills required for the success of an e-business project throughout the value chain.

Statistics:

  • The French e-business services market was estimated at US$752 million in 1999 (IDC).
  • The market is expected to reach US$6 billion in 2004, representing a five-year compounded annual growth rate of 51 percent (IDC).
  • EDS reported revenues of $18.5 billion in 1999.
  • A.T. Kearney operates in 62 offices in 37 countries.

Sources:

  • EDS press release dated October 9, 1999.
  • IDC, "French e-Business Services Market Forecast" report.