Corporate Governance

Another line embraces SaaS for product development

On Friday, Jan. 25, 2008, Scottish & Newcastle plc (S&N) accepted a $15.5 billion takeover bid from the boards of Sunrise Acquisitions Limited.

To help expand the online business for its growing product lines, Spanx, a popular women's hosiery and shapewear company, signed a multiyear agreement with GSI Commerce for a full-service, integrated e-commerce solution.

Elizabeth Arden Inc. entered into an exclusive longterm global licensing agreement with AEFFE S.p.A. for the development, marketing and distribution of fragrance, cosmetics and skincare products with the international fashion designer Alberta Ferretti.

Callaway Golf is one of the best known brand names in the world of sports.

Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines (DC&E), a unit of Diageo, will acquire Rosenblum Cellars for $105 million.

Imperial Tobacco Group PLC's $18.49 billion (12.6 billion euro) offer for Altadis

Crayola colors outside the lines