FreeMarkets Aktie im freien Fall - 500 Beiträge pro Seite

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Die Aktien des amerikanischen Dienstleistungsunternehmens, das im Auftrag von Kunden Reverse Auktionen über die eigene B2B-Plattform betreibt, ist am Freitag stark unter Druck geraten. Das Unternehmen kämpft schon seit längerer Zeit damit, dass es nur wenige neue Kunden hinzugewinnen kann. Deshalb gibt es auch schon seit über einem Jahr immer wieder aufkeimende Spekulationen, das Unternehmen könnte die eigenen Prognosen verfehlen und das Umsatzwachstum gegen 0 tendieren. Allerdings ist es dem Unternehmen bislang immer wieder gelungen, nach dem Aufkeimen solcher Spekulationen neue Kunden zu präsentieren oder größere Aufträge von bestehenden Kunden zu erhalten.

Das 0-Wachstums-Szenario ist bislang noch nicht eingetreten, aber in der augenblicklichen Wirtschaftslage in den USA ist vieles denkbar und die Nerven der Investoren liegen blank. Die Aktien verlieren in der Folge 19 Prozent auf 10,69 Dollar.

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[esla]

Wenn Ihr einmal die folgenden Meldungen durchlest, könnt Ihr leicht erkennen, wo die Aufträge von Freemarkets geblieben sind. Dies ist nur ein kleiner Ausschnitt von den vielen Aufträgen, die die SCM-Beteiligungen von Internet Capital Group in diesem Quartal erhalten haben. Dieses Unternehmen hat ein nahezu absurdes Kurs-Umsatz-Verhältnis von0,25, und das trotz eines Umsatzes, der im Vergleich zum Vorjahr gestiegen ist und nach diesen Meldungen mit Sicherheit weiter steigen wird.

Im Vergleich dazu ist der Kurs von Freemarket trotz des Kurverfalls immer noch extrem hoch oder der von Internet Capital extrem niedrig.

May 20, 2002 08:38

Motorola Selects Emptoris ePASS; Motorola to Implement Comprehensive Sourcing Software Worldwide to Lower Total Cost of Ownership and Achieve Faster Cycle Times
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BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2002--Emptoris, Inc., a leading provider of collaborative strategic sourcing solutions, today announced that Motorola Inc. (NYSE:MOT) has selected Emptoris ePASS(TM) as one of the key platforms for Motorola`s global strategic sourcing systems architecture. Under the terms of the agreement, Motorola will implement ePASS, a web-based portfolio of collaborative strategic sourcing solutions, across all of its business sectors to support production and non-production sourcing.

ePASS will enable Motorola to conduct the entire range of strategic sourcing processes -- such as collecting supplier information; aggregating demand; managing requests for quotes (RFQs), reverse auctions, and multi-stage negotiations; and analyzing complex supplier bids -- online, resulting in significant cost savings and process efficiencies.

"Motorola is pleased to team with Emptoris -- the Emptoris solution complements our existing sourcing solutions and will allow us to manage our spend more efficiently," said Robert K. Harlan, director of Motorola Internet Negotiations. "By implementing ePASS, Motorola will be able to conduct multi-stage, Internet-based negotiations across a wide range of commodities."

"As a global leader in electronics and communications, Motorola has gained a reputation as a company that is constantly seeking ways to improve business processes through sophisticated technology," said Avner Schneur, president and CEO of Emptoris. "The selection of ePASS by Motorola is very rewarding since it came after a lengthy evaluation of a number of competing solutions. Motorola`s goal was to find an integrated eSourcing solution that would enable the company to experience significant cost savings across all of its business units. We are excited that Motorola has given ePASS its full vote of confidence and we look forward to building a strong and rewarding relationship with them."

About Motorola

Motorola Inc. (NYSE:MOT - news) is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions. Sales in 2001 were $30 billion. For more information, visit Motorola on the Web at www.motorola.com.

About Emptoris

Emptoris is a leading provider of collaborative sourcing solutions that support the end-to-end strategic sourcing needs of Global 5000 companies. By implementing Emptoris` ePASS, enterprises can streamline the strategic sourcing process, determine the optimal allocation of business among suppliers and forge tighter supplier relationships. Key benefits include lower costs, shorter sourcing cycles and improved buyer/supplier collaboration. Emptoris, a privately held company, is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts. For additional information, please visit www.emptoris.com.

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May 15, 2002 08:04

J.Crew Selects Freeborders
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Companywide Deployment Follows Successful Pilot

SAN FRANCISCO, May 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Freeborders, a leading provider of Collaborative Product Management(TM) (CPM) solutions for the global retail industry, today announced that leading retailer, J.Crew, implemented Freeborders` iPDM software version 2.5 following a successful pilot.

iPDM enables companies to effectively manage the entire product development process from line assortment planning to product approval and selection. "Freeborders` Solutions are the most advanced retail product development solutions on the market. It is essential that we continue to reduce cycle-time through improved collaboration both internally and with our global trading partners," said Richard Zielinki, Vice President, Quality and Technical Services for J.Crew. The latest version of iPDM is also being leveraged by other large retailers including Williams-Sonoma and The Apparel Group (TAG).

J.Crew chose Freeborders` solution over their current GerberPDM application for its advanced capabilities and reputation for great service. "The retail industry is synonymous with competition, where every competitive advantage is vital to a company`s success," said Ramsey Walker, CEO of Freeborders. "iPDM gives retailers like J.Crew a strong advantage by increasing revenue through reduced cycle time, cutting design and development costs, and increasing control over their overall product development process."

About Freeborders

Freeborders, headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Europe, Asia, Canada and Mexico, provides a Web-based collaborative software solution that addresses inefficiencies in the global retail supply chain. Freeborders` Collaborative Product Management (CPM) (TM) solution combines design, development, quality management and logistics applications with consulting services to optimize the profits of buyers and sellers. Bottom-line benefits are realized through reduction of inventory costs, operating expenses, and time to market, resulting in increased revenue. Freeborders` solutions are used by over 300 customers in 26 countries including Liz Claiborne, Levi Strauss & Co., Nike, Gap, Target, Ann Taylor, Williams-Sonoma, Eddie Bauer, Woolrich, Gymboree, J.Crew, Saks, L.L.Bean, Lands` End and Dillard`s.

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Und schließlich noch das absolute Sahnehäubchen!!!!!!!!


Monday June 17, 8:07 am Eastern Time
Press Release
SOURCE: ICG Commerce
ICG Commerce Doubles RealExchange Liquidity In 6 Months Through Buyer And Supplier Enablement
A Comprehensive Approach to Enabling Buyers and Suppliers Drives Increased Usage of RealExchange
PHILADELPHIA, June 17 /PRNewswire/ -- ICG Commerce, a leading Procurement Services Provider, reported today a 100% increase in the amount of corporate expenditures running through its "req-to-check" procurement management platform, RealExchange(SM). The company attributes the rapid and continued increase in purchasing volume to its proven buyer and supplier enablement capabilities. To date, ICG Commerce has enabled over 90 suppliers and 100 customers to effectively conduct commerce through RealExchange.

ICG Commerce helps companies source the lowest total cost supply agreements and quickly enables buyers to purchase against these agreements via RealExchange. By utilizing RealExchange, ICG Commerce customers automate and streamline their transactional purchasing process, have greater visibility of company purchases and maximize compliance against preferred supplier contracts. To deliver these benefits to customers, the company takes extensive measures to ensure that both trading partners are technically capable and organizationally prepared to conduct commerce.

"It`s no secret to anyone who has tried to automate their procurement transactions just how important but difficult it is to enable and prepare both buyers and suppliers," said Keith Hausmann, vice president of sourcing operations and category implementation for ICG Commerce. "ICG Commerce helps customers overcome these challenges quickly by taking a holistic approach that goes well beyond customer and supplier integration to include catalog and content development, the training of suppliers on customers` business processes and comprehensive end-user communication and training."


Supplier Enablement:
-- Catalog content and supplier connectivity: ICG Commerce has pre-
sourced agreements with top suppliers in approximately 30 universal
buying categories. For these categories, ICG Commerce has pre-built
electronic catalogs and has already integrated preferred suppliers with
RealExchange in order to accelerate the enablement process. For more
unique, customer-specific categories, ICG Commerce employs a rapid
content development and supplier integration process. To date, ICG
Commerce has built over 30 universal electronic supplier catalogs and
60 customer-specific supplier catalogs and has fully integrated the
respective suppliers for each.
-- Supplier self-service: ICG Commerce has developed a unique self-
service interface that allows suppliers with limited e-commerce
capabilities to electronically receive orders and transmit order
acknowledgements and invoice transactions.
-- Supplier preparation and training: For all categories, ICG Commerce
works with suppliers to ensure they are adequately prepared to meet
customers` business requirements by training suppliers on each
customer`s specific service and business process requirements.


RealExchange liquidity is also correlated to the buyer`s ability and willingness to utilize the solution. "Many companies are experiencing a slow adoption of e-procurement solutions due to the absence of a thorough customer enablement process," said David Clary, senior vice president of service delivery for ICG Commerce. "ICG Commerce not only provides customers with access to RealExchange but also offers comprehensive implementation support that ensures end-users are ready, willing and able to place orders via our solution."

Customer Enablement:
-- Business process integration: ICG Commerce diligently documents
existing business processes and requirements and re-engineers them as
appropriate to be more efficient and conducive to e-commerce.
-- Customer connectivity: ICG Commerce experts manage the complete
integration of RealExchange with customers` existing ERP and e-
procurement systems where applicable.
-- Implementation experts in each of the relevant spending categories work
closely with customers and suppliers to manage the seamless execution
of business process, technology and supplier relationship changes.
-- Change management: The company provides a full change management and
training program to help companies drive compliance through company-
wide communications and training.


With additional customers and suppliers being implemented on RealExchange in the coming months, ICG Commerce expects the steady increase in transaction volume to continue.

About ICG Commerce, Inc.

ICG Commerce ( www.icgcommerce.com ) is the leading Procurement Service Provider for Global 2000 companies. Leveraging its wealth of purchasing and sourcing expertise and flexible technology, ICG Commerce delivers tailored services for the procurement of direct and indirect goods. The company is uniquely positioned to deliver substantial hard-dollar procurement savings. ICG Commerce Inc., a privately held company founded in 1992, is a member of Internet Capital Group`s (Nasdaq: ICGE - News) network of partner companies.