What vendors will need to examine as they look to shed assets

Companies spent trillions on software and Internet mergers and acquisitions in the post-bubble boom. Some of those acquisitions have fueled growth, geographical expansion and innovation. However, many have fallen short of expectations, taken companies outside of their core focus, or drained resources from more promising lines of business. These assets should be sold, but this is easier said than done.

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