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On Handicapped Access, Target Fights the Wrong Fight for the Wrong Reason
When a federal judge in California agreed that a lawsuit from the National Federation for the Blind can proceed against Target, e-commerce executives should have breathed a collective sigh of relief. The lawsuit essentially argues that Target’s online operation violated the American with Disabilities Act because it is not designed to be easily accessible to…
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IBM, Partners Team for Rational Integration
On Sept. 25, two IBM Rational business partners are announcing integrated PLM solutions that allow companies to bring higher-quality products to market faster. Agile Software, San Jose, Calif., a maker of PLM (product lifecycle management) software, is expected to announce that the company is working with IBM Rational software on an integrated change management offering…
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CDW Looking to Acquire Cisco, IBM and Microsoft VARs
CDW will build a solutions and services practice around Cisco, IBM and Microsoft by acquiring VARs that support those vendors, the company told The Channel Insider. The reseller, based in Vernon Hills, Ill., announced on Sept. 19 its intention to purchase Berbee, a large solution provider based in Madison, Wis., with Cisco, IBM and Microsoft…
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Webroot Taps Ingram to Capitalize on SMB Demand
Webroot Software, maker of the anti-spyware solution Spy Sweeper, has tapped distributor Ingram Micro to extend its reach and channel abilities to meet a growing demand, especially in the small and midsize business arena, executives said. The Ingram arrangement is designed to take some heat off Webroot’s limited fulfillment camp, extend the company’s reach to…
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Analyst: Synnex Results Driven by Gains in Market Share
For Synnex, a surprisingly good third quarter was driven by stability in the North American market and the company’s gains in the channel market, according to an industry analyst. However, a Raymond James and Associates report, cautioned that the Freemont, Calif., distributor’s growth will not match the expectations in the fourth quarter. On Sept. 21,…
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How to Become an IT Leader
Ever wonder why MBAs are so green? Need help avoiding the biggest CIO career pitfalls? CIO Insight‘s Leadership Center is here to help. This package includes case studies, original research, interviews and opinion pieces from leadership gurus like John Kotter, Warren Bennis, Larry Bossidy and Robert Sutton. Commentary: Six Rules for CIO Survival How can…
