Salesforce to acquire Demandware
Q. Which cloud based software maker is set to buy Demandware Inc whose software is used by businesses to run e-commerce websites for USD 2.8 billion?- Published on 07 Jun 16a. Salesforce
b. IBM
c. HP
d. None of the above
ANSWER: Salesforce
Cloud based software maker Salesforce. Inc has indicated it will be purchasing Demandware Inc whose software is used by businesses to run e-commerce websites. The deal will assist Salesforce to open a new front taking market share from traditional software companies like Oracle Corp and SAP AG.
- E-commerce market has been growing at a rapid pace with high demand for software that helps manage functions such as payment processing and inventory management
- Salesforce cash offer of US $75 per share represents a 56.3 premium to Demandware