June 14, 2018
First Cuts
IBM Partners with Schneider Electric, Launches Intelligent Video Surveillance Solution
by Nicole SpecialeView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: Pelco by Schneider Electric is joining forces with IBM to provide in-depth Analytics for security applications.Event: On April 11, 2018, Pelco announced t
June 12, 2018
Nextiva Launches AI-Powered NextOS: A Platform for the Era of the Customer
by Nicole SpecialeView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: NextOS, a new platform from Nextiva, is powering Nextiva Service CRM, Nextiva Chat, and Nextiva Surveys. NextIQ is the new AI feature that integrates Machine
May 17, 2018
Five9 Enhances Its Cloud Contact Center with Artificial Intelligence
by Nicole SpecialeView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: Five9 revealed the enhancement of its Cloud Contact Center Platform with Artificial Intelligence (AI) as one of several moves to promote personalized Customer
May 1, 2018
Cisco Launches Customer Journey Platform, Doubles Down for Contact Center
by Nicole SpecialeView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: Cisco announced a new cloud-based addition to its Contact Center, branded as the Customer Journey Platform (CJP), which integrates automation and supports mul
April 23, 2018
Salesforce Buys MuleSoft and Will Promote Smarter Customer Journeys
by Nicole SpecialeView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: Salesforce announced it was buying MuleSoft, which will give it access to an integration cloud, and expanded market options through hybrid deployment.Even
February 16, 2018
Thoma Bravo Invests Big in Nintex, Eric Johnson to Become Company’s CEO
by Jim LundyView a PDF of this First Cut. Summary: The Bellevue-based, privately held Workflow and Content Automation provider announced that Thoma Bravo will become the company’s majority investor. The deal is
October 12, 2017
Box Dives Into Intelligent Content Analytics with Launch of Box Skills
by Jim LundyView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: On October 11th, 2017, Box Announced Box Skills, its new Intelligent Content Analytics (ICA) offering that upon launch will be able to analyze text, voice, image,
September 13, 2017
Genpact Acquires TandemSeven; Prepares for Impactful, Customer-Focused Digital Transformations
by Jim SinurView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: On September 7th, 2017, Genpact announced the intent to purchase TandemSeven for an undisclosed price.Event: Genpact announced that it is buying TandemSeven,
August 14, 2017
Mitel Acquires ShoreTel; Prepares for UCC Battle to Own the Enterprise
By Jim LundyView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: On July 27th, 2017, Mitel announced the intent to purchase UC provider ShoreTel for U.S. $430 million.Event: Mitel announced that it is buying ShoreTel for ap
June 14, 2017
IBM Buys XCC – Shifts to Digital Work Hub Approach
by Jim LundyView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: On May 31st, 2017, IBM announced that it was buying XCC, a German maker of Digital Work Hubs. XCC will be part of the IBM Connections Product Family.Event: IB
May 19, 2017
Cisco Acquires AI Provider MindMeld; UCC Industry Put on Notice
by Jim LundyView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: On May 11th, 2017, Cisco announced the intent to purchase Artificial Intelligence Startup MindMeld, which is known for its Conversational AI platform.Event: C
January 25, 2017
Cisco Innovates with the Cisco Spark Board, Redefines Meetings and Workspaces
By Jim LundyView a PDF of this First Cut.Summary: On January 24th, 2017, Cisco announced the Cisco Spark Board, a new Interactive Meeting Device that integrates with its Cisco Spark Application and UCC Services.
July 27, 2016
LogMeIn Acquires Citrix GoToMeeting Division for $1.8 Billion
By Jim Lundy Summary: LogMeIn and Citrix jointly announced that LogMeIn would acquire the Citrix GoToMeeting division for U.S. $1.8 billion. View a PDF of this First Cut. Event: On July 26th, 2016, LogMeIn announced t
April 18, 2016
UCC Consolidation: Mitel Buys Polycom for $1.96 Billion
Summary: Mitel announced that it is buying Polycom for U.S. $1.96 Billion. The deal reflects the continued consolidation in the UCC Market and the growing role of activist investor Elliot Management. To download a PDF of
February 22, 2016
Alfresco Drives Enterprise Transformation with Combined ECM and BPM Platform
Summary: Alfresco announced its new 2016 Winter Release for ECM and BPM – both of which are helping it to win numerous new customer accounts.To download a PDF of this First Cut, click here. Event: O
February 9, 2016
ThinkingPhones Rebrands as Fuze, Adds $112M in Funding to Prepare for UCC Battle
by Jim LundySummary: UCC Provider ThinkingPhones announced it has rebranded itself as Fuze and that it has received an additional $112M investment from Summit Partners. To download a pdf of this FirstDecember 3, 2015
Cisco Acquires Acano: Accelerating UCC Consolidation
To view a PDF of this First Cut, click here.Authors: David Mario Smith, Jim Lundy Topic: Collaboration, UCC Issue: Who are the collaboration providers and how will they evolve?Summary: Cisco’s inNovember 6, 2015
Atos Acquires Unify for Greater Stake in Collaboration Platforms and Services
View a PDF of this First Cut.Authors: David Mario Smith, Jim Lundy Topic: Collaboration Issue: Who are the collaboration providers and how will they evolve?Summary: Atos’ acquisition of Unify signalsOctober 13, 2015