The FINANCIAL — The European Agency for Large-Scale IT Systems (eu-LISA) has selected Accenture, Altran and Tieto to provide IT services across agency locations in Brussels, Strasbourg and Tallinn.
The consortium will help eu-LISA enhance its IT architecture, increase its operational capabilities and provide IT services to eu-LISA customers around the world. Technology services will include application development, biometric system maintenance, and network and data storage enhancements, according to Accenture.
“Accenture has significant experience working with government clients and border management agencies around the world, helping them meet the challenges of managing large complex IT projects,” said James Slessor, managing director of Accenture’s global Public Safety business. “We are pleased to have been chosen for this project and will bring our experience working as part of a consortium on the Schengen Information System to enable valuable synergies and support delivery excellence for eu-LISA.”
The contracts were awarded after a competitive tendering process and under two different lots, each for two years with a possible two-year extension. Accenture and Altran jointly bid for Lot 1, comprising services for eu-LISA’s Strasbourg and Brussels locations. Accenture and Tieto jointly bid for Lot 2, comprising services for eu-LISA’s Tallinn location. As consortium leader, Accenture will also provide overall program management services across all locations.
“Altran is looking forward to working with eu-LISA and bringing our expertise in highly technical systems, networks and database administration to benefit the agency,” said William Rozé, CEO of Altran France. “This collaboration with Accenture and Tieto is part of our company’s business strategy and brings a new dimension to our offering to EU clients.”
Anneli Heinsoo, CEO of Tieto said, “Tieto has vast experience working with governments and large public service institutions and has extensive expertise across a wide range of ICT services. As one of the biggest IT companies in Scandinavia, we know how to achieve goals in effective and cost-efficient ways while adhering to delivery deadlines. We are proud to be selected for this project and look forward to working with eu-LISA in the years ahead.”
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