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Perficient Boosts Sales Forecast, Dell Lands $20 Million Deal, and Schlotzky's Submits Last Bids

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Perficient Inc., a leading consulting and technology services firm, has revised its sales forecast for the third quarter, expecting revenue to reach approximately $16.4 million. This increase, up from the initial forecast of $12.3 million to $12.9 million, is attributed to strong organic growth and solid contributions from acquired businesses. Perficient's CEO, Jack McDonald, credits the company's strategy for driving this growth. Meanwhile, Dell Inc. has secured a significant $20 million contract with Honeywell International to provide computer services across 15 European countries. The three-year deal covers installation, hardware support, and asset management for Honeywell's approximately 16,000 desktop and notebook computers. Schlotzsky's Inc., the bankrupt Austin deli chain, has announced that Friday is the last day for submitting bids to acquire the company. Although the exact number of bids remains unknown, Schlotzsky's initially received over 50 inquiries and 10 letters of intent.

Key Takeaways:

  • Perficient Inc. has revised its sales forecast for the third quarter to $16.4 million, up from $12.3 million to $12.9 million.
  • CEO Jack McDonald attributes the growth to "strong organic growth and solid contribution from acquired businesses."
  • Dell Inc. has landed a $20 million computer services deal with Honeywell International's businesses in Europe, covering 15 countries.
  • The three-year contract includes services such as installation, hardware support, and asset management.
  • Schlotzsky's Inc. has announced that Friday is the last day to submit bids to acquire the company, with an undisclosed number of bids in consideration.
  • The company initially received over 50 inquiries and 10 letters of intent from potential buyers.

Statistics:

  • Perficient Inc.'s revised sales forecast for the third quarter: $16.4 million
  • Initial sales forecast for the third quarter: $12.3 million to $12.9 million
  • Number of countries covered by the Dell-Honeywell contract: 15
  • Approximate number of computers covered by the Dell-Honeywell contract: 16,000
  • Duration of the Dell-Honeywell contract: three years
  • Percentage growth in Dell's enhanced services and support programs: 35% (quarterly), 38% (six months)

Sources:

  • Perficient Inc.
  • Dell Inc.
  • Schlotzsky's Inc.
  • Honeywell International Inc.

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