Siebel, Microsoft ink .Net pact
C|Net | at | by Mike
Microsoft and Siebel Systems on Monday announced an alliance that will tie Siebel's customer relationship management software to Microsoft's .Net architecture. The alliance, which was widely expected, includes collaborative development, global marketing and sales, and support for corporate customers. Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates will deliver a keynote speech at a Siebel user conference later Monday.
The companies said the alliance is an expansion of an existing relationship, but that now Siebel's applications will be designed for .Net. Engineers from the two companies will work together to conduct benchmark tests and to integrate and cross-certify Siebel applications with Microsoft's software.