| Sogeti Expands Relationship with Microsoft Through Windows Azure Solutions |
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| For the second consecutive year, Sogeti and Microsoft have signed a Memo of Understanding establishing an increased level of commitment to the relationship regarding Windows Azure Solutions. |
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| Dayton, OH 10/11/2011 Sogeti, a leading provider of professional technology services, announced today that it will expand upon its existing relationship efforts with Microsoft through the signing of the second consecutive Memo of Understanding targeting Windows Azure Solutions. |
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| During the next twelve months, Sogeti will collaborate closely with Microsoft to expand current Windows Azure offerings for clients, launch targeted sales and consultant training programs, conduct future Windows Azure Privilege Club events and launch a global Windows Azure Delivery Center. |
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| “Sogeti has demonstrated world class leadership on the Windows Azure platform. Through their Windows Azure University and their Windows Azure Delivery Center, Sogeti can harness their innovative approach to provide customers with unique value”, said Mark Hill, Microsoft Vice President, Enterprise Partner Group, at Microsoft. We are extremely enthusiastic about expanding our Windows Azure efforts with Sogeti in the upcoming months and look forward to the positive impact this will have in helping our customers who are part of the Windows Azure Privilege Club meet their business needs.” |
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| According to Sogeti Group Senior Vice President of the Enterprise Microsoft Solutions Practice, Sanjeev Agarwal; “Our clients are truly going to experience the immense value this expanded level of commitment will provide around Windows Azure solutions. We started this journey over two years ago and have acquired valuable insights and lessons learned that we are now converting into improved solution offerings, and an enhanced sales and delivery process. We believe this expanded relationship differentiates Sogeti and allows us to offer best-in-class Microsoft Windows Azure services and solutions to our clients.” |
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| Building a Team of the Most Highly Trained Global Windows Azure Consultants |
| Sogeti is committed to expanding the Windows Azure knowledge base to over 50% of their global Microsoft consultants through a comprehensive training program. Participation in this program will ensure that Sogeti has one of the largest consultant populations to be expertly trained in delivering complex solutions on the Windows Azure platform. Sogeti sales executives worldwide will also have access to specialized Microsoft resources that will help to increase their level of Windows Azure Solution awareness. |
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| Upon the completion of the advanced training programs, Sogeti plans to launch a global Windows Azure Delivery Center that will feature the most highly skilled Windows Azure consultants. |
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| The Windows Azure Delivery Center is unique because it will provide a-one-of-a-kind center focusing on specialized Windows Azure development and delivery capabilities for our clients and Windows Azure ISV partners. The delivery center will utilize a hybrid model, with consultants located in 5 major hubs across Europe, North America and Asia. The Sogeti Windows Azure Delivery Center will focus on development of end customer solutions, co-innovation of ISV solutions on the Windows Azure platform, and mobility applications. |
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| The Sogeti Windows Azure Privilege Club – Expanding an Award Winning Concept |
| In addition to the training and delivery center commitments, Sogeti and Microsoft have also agreed to expand the Windows Azure Privilege Club. |
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| The initial launch of the Sogeti Azure Privilege Club began in January 2011, as a joint initiative between Sogeti and Microsoft to help a select group of global clients improve their business process and performance through cloud computing, enabled by Microsoft’s Windows Azure platform. The club enabled participating clients to launch their own innovative cloud solutions with guidance and expertise provided by both Sogeti and Microsoft. |
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| The Windows Azure Privilege Club allowed Sogeti and Microsoft to build a series of unique and groundbreaking client applications on the Windows Azure platform across multiple industries. |
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| The future occurrences of the Windows Azure Privilege Club are planned to take place at a national level with several opportunities for innovative global collaboration between participating clients. Sogeti is planning Windows Azure Privilege Clubs in France, the Netherlands, Sweden and the United States in the upcoming months. |
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| The success of the first Windows Azure Privilege Club was acknowledged by Microsoft through the Microsoft Recognition and Appreciation Award that was presented by Mark Hill during a private Sogeti event held during the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in July 2011. The award honored Sogeti’s innovation and approach to Windows Azure solutions through the . |
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| For more information on the Sogeti’s Windows Azure Solutions, Client testimonials and the Windows Azure Privilege Club, please visit . |
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| About Sogeti USA |
| Sogeti USA is a premier provider of information technology services to businesses and public sector organizations. Operating in 23 U.S. locations, Sogeti’s business model is built on providing customers with local accountability and vast delivery expertise. Sogeti is a leader in helping clients develop, implement and manage practical IT solutions to help run their business better. With over 40 years of experience, Sogeti offers a comprehensive portfolio of services including Advisory Services, Application Development & Integration, Business Information Management, Engineering Services, Infrastructure Services and Testing Services. For more information please visit . |
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| About Sogeti |
| Sogeti is a leading provider of professional technology services, specializing in Application Management, Infrastructure Management, High-Tech Engineering and Testing. Working closely with its clients, Sogeti enables them to leverage technological innovation and achieve maximum results. Sogeti brings together more than 20,000 professionals in 15 countries and is present in over 100 locations in Europe, the US and India. Sogeti is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cap Gemini S.A., listed on the Paris Stock Exchange. For more information please visit . |
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| For more information please contact: |
Michelle Follman, Sogeti Global Marketing Manager – Microsoft Alliance
Tel: (708) 876-8289
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