Fujitsu Wins $40M Alliance Data Outsourcing Deal

June 29, 2009

Fujitsu has entered into a long-term outsourcing agreement with Alliance Data. Under terms of the agreement, Fujitsu will assume the Alliance Data Information Technology Services (ITS) function, which services Alliance Data business units, as well as five other existing clients. In addition, Fujitsu will manage the existing Tier 3 data center, assets and personnel, and estimates the combined initial annual value to Fujitsu to be greater than $40 million, which immediately and significantly expands the infrastructure services capabilities of Fujitsu.

News Highlights

• Fujitsu America marks a major milestone toward its stated goal of building its outsourcing and managed services offerings. The contract supports the Fujitsu global business strategy of developing its IT services business to meet the increasing market demand for these services.
• The 10-year contract, with services commencing July 1, 2009, gives Alliance Data the flexibility to scale IT operations as needs dictate. As part of the agreement, Fujitsu will assume responsibility for certain resources, assets, and facilities associated with the provision of services to Alliance Data and other clients. More than 180 information technology professionals will join the Fujitsu team and provide Fujitsu clients additional senior-level experience in mainframe, mid-range, server, networking and service desk operations

Farhat Ali, President and CEO, Fujitsu America: "Fujitsu America is pleased to validate the success of our consolidation with this significant managed IT infrastructure services contract with Alliance Data. The deal firmly establishes us as one of the leading North American IT services companies and substantially expands the range of IT solutions this economic climate demands."