Do these mean the same?
As a result of this success , other multinational groups such as Unilever , Microsoft , Digital Equipment , Schlumberger or Lazard approached the services of Leclercq 's firm .
As a result of this success , other multinational companies such as Unilever , Microsoft , Digital Equipment , Schlumberger or Lazard have approached the services of Leclercq 's company .
yes