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Ivalua NOW Paris Day 1 + 2 Recap . Shaking hands, sharing ideas, having a laugh, and a glass of champagne (or two)…we are renewed, recharged, and re-energized from Ivalua NOW Paris! Ivaluans, customers, sponsors, and prospects gathered at the exquisite Musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac to meet, exchange ideas, and collaborate in-person! Below, we’ve summarized Day 1 and Day 2, but stay tuned for video recaps and more photos from Paris!
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