Systems/Enterprise:
AKAMAI HELPS FRICTIONLESS COMMERCE LAUNCH ON-DEMAND OFFERING
Frictionless Commerce, a supplier relationship management (SRM) software
provider, announced a new e-Sourcing On-Demand offering of its Frictionless
SRM application. A subscription-based license model, the solution provides a
fast and affordable means to launch an e-sourcing program.
The Frictionless SRM e-Sourcing On-Demand offering provides:
- Automated sourcing to drive cost savings through collaborative project
management, online auctions and RFP events.
- Rapid and scalable deployment for global organizations.
- Effective and secure application delivery for geographically dispersed
buyers and suppliers.
- Seamless migration path to a fully-enabled SRM platform.
Frictionless' On-Demand infrastructure is powered by Akamai Technologies and a
leading managed service provider. These capabilities provide a reliable,
secure and high-speed access to the application. Akamai provides the world's
largest globally distributed computing platform, with more than 14,000 servers
deployed in over 1,000 networks in 69 countries. For users, the experience is
simple; logging into Frictionless SRM with just a Web browser.
"More and more, companies are looking for On-Demand solutions as an
alternative to the costs associated with maintaining perpetual software
licenses or building out infrastructure. On-Demand is more than a pricing
option, however -- it's about the reliable and secure delivery of enterprise
system capabilities when and where they are needed. Akamai is pleased to be an
integral part of Frictionless' application software offering," said Robert
Hughes, executive vice president of global sales and services at Akamai.
"Each company has very different SRM requirements. Frictionless is excited to
provide an alternative to licensed software to help companies achieve savings
through e-sourcing. What makes us unique is the ability of our e-Sourcing
On-Demand customers to migrate to a proven and comprehensive SRM platform as
their needs evolve over time," said Stephen Sharp, president and chief
executive officer of Frictionless Commerce.
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