In 2000, marchFIRST launch with 8500 employees and $1.13B in revenue after a merger of two firms. Due to challenges integrating the cultures and tough market conditions, the company folded in 2001.
The company provided professional services related brand strategy, B2B commerce, operational effectiveness and performance improvement, user experience, and digital design.
The market for e-commerce services in North America alone was projected to grow to $80 billion by 2003. With its global network of offices organized into five geographic operating units, marchFIRST was positioned to capitalize on the growth opportunities of the internet and e-commerce services market. Its clients represented a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, transportation, financial and business services, retail, and communications.
