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As Salesforce Growth Eases, U.S. Firms Map Out Projects

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Monday, April 8, 2024

The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Salesforce Ecosystem Partners report for the U.S. finds that Salesforce growth rates above 20 percent in recent years slowed to between 10 and 15 percent in 2023.

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  • The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Salesforce Ecosystem Partners report for the U.S. finds that Salesforce growth rates above 20 percent in recent years slowed to between 10 and 15 percent in 2023.
  • The cooling of the market has made it easier for some enterprises to plan sustainable Salesforce initiatives, ISG says.
  • Salesforce is strongly emphasizing its industry-specific applications, encouraging clients to migrate to these new platforms from current function-based tools, the report says.
  • The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ Salesforce Ecosystem Partners report for the U.S. is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage .

Unisys Advancing AI Strategy, Names Brett Barton as Global AI Practice Leader

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Monday, April 8, 2024

BLUE BELL, Pa., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Unisys (NYSE: UIS) announced Brett Barton as the company's vice president and global AI practice leader.

Key Points: 
  • BLUE BELL, Pa., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Unisys (NYSE: UIS) announced Brett Barton as the company's vice president and global AI practice leader.
  • "Our dedicated AI practice underscores our commitment to serve clients with cutting-edge AI solutions," said Unisys CEO Peter Altabef.
  • "Brett has a track record of propelling organizations forward through innovative initiatives, and we are excited to welcome him to Unisys."
  • Prior to joining Unisys, Barton built an advisory practice focused on AI and machine learning at Slalom, a global business and technology consulting company.

Pigment announces $145 million series D led by ICONIQ Growth

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

ICONIQ Growth who spearheaded Pigment's Series C last year also led the Series D round, with participation from Sandberg Bernthal Venture Partners, IVP, Meritech, Greenoaks and Felix Capital.

Key Points: 
  • ICONIQ Growth who spearheaded Pigment's Series C last year also led the Series D round, with participation from Sandberg Bernthal Venture Partners, IVP, Meritech, Greenoaks and Felix Capital.
  • With the majority of the company's revenue now coming from North America, the capital will be used to expand Pigment's in-market support and accelerate product development
    SAN FRANCISCO, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pigment today announced a $145 million Series D funding round, led by ICONIQ Growth, who also spearheaded Pigment's Series C investment close to a year ago.
  • The funding follows a successful year for Pigment as the company tripled its annual recurring revenue, and doubled its customer base globally.
  • "We are exceptionally confident that Pigment is successfully addressing a clear and very large need in the market," said Matt Jacobson, General Partner, ICONIQ Growth.

Pigment announces $145 million series D led by ICONIQ Growth

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 4, 2024

ICONIQ Growth who spearheaded Pigment's Series C last year also led the Series D round, with participation from Sandberg Bernthal Venture Partners, IVP, Meritech, Greenoaks and Felix Capital.

Key Points: 
  • ICONIQ Growth who spearheaded Pigment's Series C last year also led the Series D round, with participation from Sandberg Bernthal Venture Partners, IVP, Meritech, Greenoaks and Felix Capital.
  • With the majority of the company's revenue now coming from North America, the capital will be used to expand Pigment's in-market support and accelerate product development
    SAN FRANCISCO, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pigment today announced a $145 million Series D funding round, led by ICONIQ Growth, who also spearheaded Pigment's Series C investment close to a year ago.
  • The funding follows a successful year for Pigment as the company tripled its annual recurring revenue, and doubled its customer base globally.
  • "We are exceptionally confident that Pigment is successfully addressing a clear and very large need in the market," said Matt Jacobson, General Partner, ICONIQ Growth.

Slalom Canada Celebrates Iaan McAullay's Promotion to Managing Director

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Slalom, the global business and technology consulting company, today announced the promotion of Iaan McAullay to the position of Managing Director.

Key Points: 
  • CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Slalom, the global business and technology consulting company, today announced the promotion of Iaan McAullay to the position of Managing Director.
  • "McAullay's promotion reflects his outstanding contributions within Western Canada and his remarkable ability to drive growth and success," said Wayne Ingram, President of Slalom Canada.
  • "I am honoured and excited to take on the role of Managing Director, leading Slalom Calgary," said Iaan McAullay.
  • "I look forward to continuing to drive growth, innovation, and value for our clients and our team across Western Canada."

LiveRamp Delivers New Privacy-Centric Integrations with Amazon Ads to Enhance Addressability, Connectivity, and Measurement

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP) today launched enhanced capabilities that help clients optimize addressability, connectivity and measurement across Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) and Amazon DSP .

Key Points: 
  • LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP) today launched enhanced capabilities that help clients optimize addressability, connectivity and measurement across Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) and Amazon DSP .
  • In addition, LiveRamp’s existing integrated solutions with Amazon Web Services (AWS) allow advertisers to easily build end-to-end measurement workflows.
  • The LiveRamp partnership with system integrators also helps customers accelerate time-to-value of the integration by providing strategic consultation and technical expertise across Amazon Ads, AWS, and LiveRamp.
  • To learn more about LiveRamp and our partners’ expertise and solutions around Amazon Ads, reach out to your LiveRamp representative.

Slalom Collaborates with AWS and DIPG DMG Research Funding Alliance to Fight Childhood Brain Cancer with Data

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SEATTLE, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a united effort to combat childhood brain cancer, Slalom has worked with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the DIPG DMG Research Funding Alliance (DDRFA) to create the DIPG One Link , a unique centralized resource hub that helps accelerate research and awareness of Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), also known as Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG).

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a united effort to combat childhood brain cancer, Slalom has worked with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the DIPG DMG Research Funding Alliance (DDRFA) to create the DIPG One Link , a unique centralized resource hub that helps accelerate research and awareness of Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), also known as Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG).
  • DIPG DMG is a rare and often fatal form of childhood brain cancer with limited treatment options and scarce research data.
  • “As parents fighting DIPG alongside our children we discovered significant gaps in the system which expects parents to navigate their child’s care.
  • With AWS, Slalom executed the research, design, and development of the DIPG One Link website to support those looking for information to fight DIPG DMG.

Bill Schultz Joins CDM Smith as Vice President of Business Relationship Management and PMO Functions

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

DENVER, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDM Smith is pleased to announce that Bill Schultz is joining the firm as Business Technology’s Vice President of Business Relationship Management and PMO functions.

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  • DENVER, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CDM Smith is pleased to announce that Bill Schultz is joining the firm as Business Technology’s Vice President of Business Relationship Management and PMO functions.
  • With 22 years of management consulting experience at Slalom and Accenture and 2 years as a senior director business partner at Molson Coors, Schultz brings experience in business relationship and project management.
  • He will establish strong connections with our business units, ensuring their technology needs are met as well as driving strategic Business Technology initiatives.
  • CDM Smith is thrilled to welcome Schultz to the team and looks forward to the impact he will have on the business.

Callibrity Announces Promotion of Laura Wooten to Chief Revenue Officer

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Callibrity, a leader in custom software development and cloud consulting announced the promotion of Laura Wooten to the position of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

Key Points: 
  • Callibrity, a leader in custom software development and cloud consulting announced the promotion of Laura Wooten to the position of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • With an exceptional track record of success and extensive category experience in her previous position as Director of Business Development, Wooten will oversee all revenue-related functions at Callibrity, including sales.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231204680287/en/
    Laura joined Callibrity earlier this year as Director of Business Development.
  • CEO and Co-Founder Mark Wehby expressed his enthusiasm about Wooten’s new role, stating, "Laura has a successful history with Callibrity and I am pleased to promote her to the position of chief revenue officer.

Charlotte Region ranks No. 1 in quality of life, No. 2 in market attractiveness for businesses

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Charlotte is among the top places in the country to live or do business, according to a new survey

Key Points: 
  • Charlotte is among the top places in the country to live or do business, according to a new survey
    Charlotte ranked No.
  • The survey was conducted by Slalom, a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company, on behalf of the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance .
  • The Charlotte Region boasts a strong talent pool, with a number of universities and colleges located in the region.
  • Ranked second in market attractiveness behind Atlanta, respondents believe the Charlotte Region can improve by focusing on regional differentiators, robust university systems, economic development organizational (EDO) awareness, political climate, and a continued focus on quality of life.