NIIT Technologies, a leading IT solutions organization headquartered in New Delhi, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ramco Systems, a global provider of innovative Software products and Services.

NIIT Technologies' recently launched its new paradigm offering, �Software as a Service' (SaaS) , which will deliver process-based application solutions through an innovative, business transaction-based, SLA driven and highly secure delivery model. NIIT Technologies has gone live with its procurement solution, ProcureEasy which is fast gaining traction.

Ramco Systems also recently announced �Ramco OnDemand ERP' - the first full fledged, world-class ERP to be delivered as a service that caters to the needs of fast growing businesses. For an affordable subscription, Ramco takes care of all your IT infrastructure, maintenance and support needs. It is easy to use, requires minimal training and can be accessed from anywhere.

NIIT Technologies' SaaS offering will leverage Ramco's robust OnDemand ERP suite for functional processes such as HRM & Payroll, Financials and Sales & Distribution. Ramco Systems in turn will leverage NIIT Technologies' proven track record of deep domain expertise and service-based operational excellence to widen its solution footprint.

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Arvind Mehrotra, Sr. Vice President & Head (APAC & India), NIIT Technologies said, "The process-centricity of our SaaS offering is uniquely positioned to embrace the increasing need of organizations for effective business process oriented solutions. The synergies drawn from this alliance will deliver value added enterprise solutions that will seamlessly extend process functionality within and beyond an enterprise thus improving internal efficiencies, enhancing productivity and increasing process effectiveness."

On the occasion, Mr. Kamesh Ramamoorthy, Chief Operating Officer, Ramco Systems said "Ramco's technology coupled with NIIT Technologies' service excellence is a compelling value proposition for customers seeking ways to quickly improve their business processes. We are happy to partner with NIIT Technologies in driving a major transition in the enterprise applications landscape."

By way of this IP-based alliance, NIIT Technologies will largely address big corporates and the Government sector through a single window service interface. NIIT Technologies will also seek to extend process-based solutions for its focused verticals by using the respective modules from Ramco OnDemand ERP suite.

About NIIT Technologies
NIIT Technologies is a leading IT solutions organization, servicing customers in North America, Europe, Japan, Asia and Australia. It offers services in Application Development and Maintenance, Enterprise Solutions including Managed Services and Business Process Management to organizations in the Financial Services, Transportation, Retail, Manufacturing and Government sectors

NIIT Technologies' software development processes are assessed at SEI CMMI - Level 5 Version 1.2. It's human resource processes are assessed at the highest level if maturity at PCMM Level 5. Further NIIT Technologies has processes and systems for information security management certified in accordance to the ISO 27001 standard, and its facilities offering Managed Services conform to ISO 20000 standard of Service Management.

About Ramco Systems
Ramco is a global provider of business consulting, enterprise solutions and outsourcing services that enhance business value through better business processes and agile global-class applications. Ramco's business process platform - Ramco VirtualWorks enables fast, flexible deployment and �change-on-demand' of processes and applications for maximum flexibility - so when your business changes your system changes too.

Ramco Systems has offices in nine countries and serves over 100,000 users in 1,000 locations worldwide. The company provides solutions to multiple verticals including food & beverages, banking, insurance, manufacturing, supply chain, aviation, transportation, logistics, healthcare, governance, retail and more. Ramco Systems has been certified for ISO 9001:2000 quality standards, ISO 27001 security standards and assessed at SEI CMMi - SW Level 5. The company is part of the USD 600+ million Ramco Group and is publicly held. For more information, please visit www.ramco.com

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