Others have noted that despite the tremendous attention the sector is receiving from investors, there are several pitfalls that need to be surmounted, including security and standards issues. The alliance plans to help companies quickly set up marketplaces and manage their supply chain from the time the order is placed to its fulfillment. The companies also plan to provide payment and auctions services. The service runs on HP hardware, with HP providing hosting services, operations infrastructure, deployment support, and marketing assistance. Ariba today said its alliance with IBM would not impact last year's deal.
Nothing happens to that alliance.
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