Systems integrator, Dimension Data today announced the acquisition of a majority of e2y, a digital commerce consultancy firm, for an undisclosed amount.
The system integrator believes the move will strengthen its digital business solutions portfolio by adding digital commerce capabilities.
e2y is an expert in platform adoption and integration, which enables digital commerce by changing the mechanics of trade through technology to enhance the user experience and generates incremental growth for organisations' commerce platforms.
This adds a complementary set of skills to Dimension Data's core value proposition around systems integration, managed services and specifically in this area providing services that add to digital infrastructure consulting and services proposition, Dimension Data, says.
"With the future of commerce being firmly focused on the experience of trading online, and our digital business solutions portfolio centered on driving innovation for our clients, our investment in e2y will bring our clients closer to their customers on these advanced commercial platforms," says Scott Gibson, group executive for digital business solutions at Dimension Data.
"It will also help us continue to guide our clients along their business transformation journeys. The strength of e2y in the UK and Europe, combined with Dimension Data's presence in the Middle East and Africa, the Americas and Asia Pacific, will open up new markets for our clients to leverage a truly compelling digital commerce solution."
"The digitisation of goods and services disrupts established business models and existing value chains, enabling new models to emerge," says Laurent Christen, CEO for e2y.
"e2y is a pioneer in digital innovation for commerce and marketplaces. We deliver solutions for our clients aiming to improve their customer experience and achieve growth. We're excited to be joining forces with Dimension Data to help our clients benefit from enhanced digital commerce capabilities and transform their businesses."
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