Client Overview
Founded in 1979, a multinational IT infrastructure, mainframe and cloud focused products and software services company with revenue over 4 billion, 13,000 employees , 300,000+ community members in 45 countries
Business Need
Launch of a collaborative marketplace of cloud computing products and services in 3 months timeframe.
Solution
On understanding the client's business challenges and requirements, CIGNEX recommended an integrated solution featuring Liferay, an Open Source Portal and Magento, Open Source e-commerce solution. Key features of the portal include:
- Solution based on service oriented & model view architecture
- Learn, collaborate, develop, buy/sell products/services
- Multi-tenancy - Vendors with their own catalogues
Key Benefits
- Timely roll-out: Portal launch at major event generated strong buzz & traction
- Gained first mover advantage : Over 350 products listed, over 1,000 active members, over 6 million visitors / quarter
- Reduced cost - 70% lower than alternative solutions considered
Testimonial
“I thank the entire CIGNEX team for enabling us to launch portal on time for our key event . This could not have been possible without their relentless dedication and enthusiasm.”
Sr. Project Lead
