Thursday, March 28, 2013

Europe's Consumers Embracing Online Retail

British Computer Society (BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT) has highlighted a new report from Forrester Research predicting Europe’s consumers will shun the high street in favour of online over the next few years.

The research firm also predicts security challenges to e-commerce providers, given the annual growth rates and marks UK to be one of the countries leading the way.

Read the BCS News Flash here: http://www.bcs.org/content/conWebDoc/50111

In a recent blog entry, I outlined how Prolifics was able to help a High Street Retail Giant refresh their e-Commerce website using IBM technology. If you missed it, you can read the story here: Prolifics UK Helps High Street Retail Giant Refresh their e-Commerce Website.

Craig Murphy is a Senior Consultant with 13 years experience in the IT industry working with top-tier consulting companies. Throughout his career, he has performed multiple key roles in development & solution architecture, project delivery management and technical sales. His current focus is on Solution Architecture and Application Infrastructure Development for IBM's large Retail Customers. Craig holds a Degree in Computer Science & Information Systems from Rhodes University; is a Certified IBM Professional holding 13 IBM certifications and he is a Professional Member of BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT, making him a world-class resource to his customers, colleagues, and company.