David W. Packer

Borland Software Corp. designs open application lifecycle management solutions. The firm's products include required management, change management, software testing, test management, automated testing and performance testing. The company was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in Provo, UT.

PeopleSoft, Inc. provides enterprise software that ties together back-office applications and databases. Its software addresses such tasks as accounting, human resources management and supply chain management. PeopleSoft has expanded its product lines to include vertical applications for manufacturing firms and government agencies. In late 2003 Oracle launched a hostile attempt to purchase PeopleSoft, which ultimately agreed to be purchased for $10.3 billion in December 2004. Oracle completed the acquisition of the company in January 2005. PeopleSoft is located in Redwood Shores, CA.

J.D. Edwards & Co. develops and markets multinational and integrated enterprise software. Its software is used by those who involved with the distribution, manufacturing, finances, human resources management, construction, public services, and other industries. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

E2open LLC provides solutions for supply chain management. It serves the pharmaceutical, consumer goods, industrial manufacturing and automotive sectors. The firm’s solutions include channel data management, inventory visibility, sourcing and procurement. The company was founded by John B. Mumford in July 2000 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.