The future of Cloud Software: Why Microsoft bought LinkedIn

Now that the excitement of the news, the $26.2 billion acquisition of LinkedIn by Microsoft is behind us we have heard the pros and cons of the deal. The purchase will allow Microsoft to pair its “professional cloud” with LinkedIn’s professional network. This move will accelerate Microsoft’s shift from traditional software to the cloud, where it will go head to head with technology giants Amazon.com, and Google.

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What does ordering a Cheese Sandwich have to do with fax APIs?

One does not often consider the behind-the-scenes IT processes taking place to order a taxi ride on a crowded street from your smartphone. What about considering what exactly is required on your tablet or desktop computer to order food from your favorite restaurant. Finally, how about the steps for checking on the availability of a product you ordered in a store or online. How do businesses streamline their processes to make transactions seamless and simple for users, partners, and themselves?

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