DigitalThink was an electronic learning (eLearning) company. Founded in 1996 by Umberto Milletti, Pete Goettner and Steve Zahm Lelic, Simon. Knowledge Management Magazine, (Volume 4, Issue 6) "The future is 'e'" At one time it was termed a Business Solution Provider (BSP) but would likely be viewed in modern terms as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model.
DigitalThink was one of the first eLearning companies to incorporate online mentors and tutors into their offering. A notable accomplishment of the company was to secure a deal with McDonald's corporation to provide McDonald's with a global, web-based training program.
Acquisition by Convergys Corporation The company was acquired in March 2004 by Convergys Corporation for $120 million, or approximately $2.40 per share.
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