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That's the subject of an email I received today. The body of the text reads:

Today two leaders came together with one purpose: to provide the clear standard for business intelligence. Business Objects has successfully completed our acquisition of Crystal Decisions.
Over the last few months, we have met with a broad range of our Business Objects and Crystal Decisions customers and partners. You told us to continue the progress and functionality of our core products. You asked for the highest level of reliability and the lowest total cost of ownership. You made it clear you want product integration, improvement, and innovation.
We have listened. And it is our goal to not only meet, but to exceed your expectations.
I assure you that Business Objects is 100% committed to you and your organization's pursuit of excellence. We plan on giving you the broadest, deepest set of business intelligence capabilities ever seen.
Business intelligence (BI) is now recognized as critical for improving business performance. As the clear market and technology leader with the resources, scope, and vision to set the BI agenda, Business Objects will be the driving force to help you achieve your organization's vision.
In the coming weeks, you will be receiving more information addressing many of the questions you may have. And in early 2004, I hope you will join us — in person and online — to see the product roadmap and company vision for the new Business Objects.
Best Regards,
Bernard Liautaud
Chairman and CEO
Business Objects

Well, BO isn't getting off to a good start. There were two links included in the email. The first, was described as, "Be among the first to hear our vision for the new Business Objects".

The second was for more local events at cities around the world. It was called "The Future of Business Intelligence".

Well...neither link worked. Nice way to launch the new company.