Cap Gemini America Appoints New Oracle Practice Leader.NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 1999--Cap Gemini Gemini (jĕm`ənī, –nē) [Lat.,=the twins], northern constellation lying on the ecliptic (the sun's apparent path through the heavens) between Taurus and Cancer, N of Canis Minor; it is one of the constellations of the zodiac. America America [for Amerigo Vespucci], the lands of the Western Hemisphere—North America, Central (or Middle) America, and South America. The world map published in 1507 by Martin Waldseemüller is the first known cartographic use of the name. LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control , the US subsidiary of Cap Gemini Group, one of the world's largest IT consulting firms Noun 1. consulting firm - a firm of experts providing professional advice to an organization for a fee consulting company business firm, firm, house - the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments; "he worked for a , today announced the promotion of Jeffrey Shepard Shep·ard , Alan Bartlett, Jr. 1923-1998. American astronaut who on a 15-minute flight on May 5, 1961, became the first American in space. He also commanded the Apollo 14 mission to the moon (1971). Noun 1. to Vice President of Cap Gemini America's Oracle Practice. Jeff has eleven years of experience in Information Technology encompassing multi-national implementations and management of integrated manufacturing and financial Enterprise Resource Planning See ERP. (application, business) Enterprise Resource Planning - (ERP) Any software system designed to support and automate the business processes of medium and large businesses. (ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) An integrated information system that serves all departments within an enterprise. Evolving out of the manufacturing industry, ERP implies the use of packaged software rather than proprietary software written by or for one customer. ) applications. Since joining Cap Gemini America in 1995, Jeff has held roles in business development, client relations' development and management of numerous global ERP implementations. His industry experience includes projects based in discrete and process manufacturing The manufacturing industry that uses process control systems. See process control. , chemical, seal, filter, electronic, heavy equipment, steel and precision metal spring products industries. In 1998, Jeff had been distinguished as the most successful salesperson in Cap Gemini America's Package Based Solutions division. Cap Gemini's Oracle practice will continue to offer companies its expertise in implementing Oracle Applications. Jeff also plans to lead the Oracle practice by partnering with Oracle Corporation to leverage Oracle's new Strategic Enterprise Management (SEM) applications as one of the key enablers of Cap Gemini's Enterprise Effectiveness(SM) methodology. Enterprise Effectiveness is a post-go-live service offering that Cap Gemini has developed to drive significant and measurable business benefits from Oracle(R) Applications and other ERP systems. "Strategic Enterprise Management is a pivotal growth area for Oracle's Applications business, and an area of significant importance to the industry as a whole." said Robin Green Vice President, Global Integrator (1) In electronics, a device that combines an input with a variable, such as time, and provides an analog output; for example, a watt-hour meter. (2) See systems integrator. Alliances-Oracle Corporation. "The strength of our applications enablement technology is considerably enhanced by the expertise of partners like Cap Gemini. By integrating Cap Gemini's Enterprise Effectiveness methodology with Oracle's world-class world-class adj. 1. Ranking among the foremost in the world; of an international standard of excellence; of the highest order: a world-class figure skater. 2. SEM technology platform, customers of both firms will be able to derive even greater return on their ERP investments. We're delighted Cap Gemini has embraced Oracle's SEM technology direction." In addition to SEM, Jeffrey is working with Oracle to strengthen the alliance and enhance vertical solution offerings in industries such as Insurance, Telecom, and High Tech. "Jeff's appointment to this crucial position is an important step for Cap Gemini." said Robin Green. "By dedicating someone with Jeff's considerable experience in global implementations to driving the Oracle practice, Cap Gemini further demonstrates their commitment to the technology vision Oracle articulates on a global scale. We look forward to leveraging Jeff's talents as Cap Gemini builds an even more robust Oracle practice throughout the Americas." About Cap Gemini Cap Gemini is one of the largest information technology and business consultancy companies in the world, operating in 20 countries located in Europe the US and Far East. We employ over 35,000 people worldwide, and had 1997 revenues exceed 21 billion FF. Cap Gemini has over 30 years of experience developing and delivering strategic change through ideas, people and technology. We have consultants with substantial business knowledge, experience, and expertise in the latest Oracle technology. Visit our website at www.usa.capgemini.com Oracle is a registered trademark of the Oracle Corporation. |
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