Jean-Michel Vergne

PeopleSoft, Inc. provides enterprise software that ties together back-office applications and databases. Its software addresses such tasks as accounting, human resources management and supply chain management. PeopleSoft has expanded its product lines to include vertical applications for manufacturing firms and government agencies. In late 2003 Oracle launched a hostile attempt to purchase PeopleSoft, which ultimately agreed to be purchased for $10.3 billion in December 2004. Oracle completed the acquisition of the company in January 2005. PeopleSoft is located in Redwood Shores, CA.

Jobpartners helps Human Resource executives effectively attract, connect, develop and retain the quality people their organisations need to remain competitive in today's global business environment. Traditional HR, talent management and ERP systems are designed as 'one size fits all.' As a result, they are too generic for most HR professionals and too complex for line managers.

Blue Martini Software, Inc. provides e-business software and services which enable direct customer interaction across internet related customer points. The customer relationship management (CRM) software enables companies to manage a variety of functions including phone and web based customer service interactions, call center operations, loyalty program management, marketing and online sales efforts. It was founded in 1998 by Monte Zweben. The company is located in San Mateo, CA.

blueKiwi Software SA provides enterprise social software. Its solutions enable people centric organizations to create professional networks where employees, partners, and customers can share conversations, ideas, skills, resources, and best practices with one another. The company’s products include, activity feed, mobile apps, work communities, admin console, rich content and customization. Its services include consulting, technical support and training. The company was founded by Carlos Diaz and Christophe Routhieau on August 26, 2006 and is headquartered in Bezons, France.