Allied Systems Holdings, Inc. Extends Outsourcing Contract with IBM |
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By: IBM Posted: 2009-07-14 05:15:42 |
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IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Allied Systems Holdings, Inc., a leader in providing solutions and services for the North American automotive industry, today announced they have renewed and expanded their outsourcing contract for five additional years. This agreement provides a strategic updated platform of the Allied environment, allowing Allied to migrate to high performance servers and expand automation at their remote terminals to enhance overall competitiveness in the market.
Allied selected IBM for the extended agreement based on its high-quality service, industry expertise and cost effectiveness. IBM will leverage its global leadership in application management and infrastructure management solutions to support Allied's operations and business improvement initiatives. "Our relationship with IBM has been a valued asset to our business and we look forward to continuing our partnership," said John Blount, senior vice president, chief administrative officer for Allied. "IBM has been a very flexible partner and has allowed us to take out cost and improve performance simultaneously." "IBM's delivery model and technical and services excellence make us particularly strong in terms of helping clients transform their business, drive innovation and reduce IT infrastructure cost and risk," said Steve Welsh, vice president of IBM travel and transportation industry. "Working with IBM, Allied will be able to focus on core competencies and optimize efficiency to reduce costs and adapt quickly for future growth." The new agreement was signed in May 2009 and follows the original contract which commenced April, 2001. About Allied Systems Holdings, Inc. Allied Systems Holdings Inc. is the parent company of several subsidiaries engaged in providing logistics, distribution and transportation services to the automotive industry. The services of Allied's subsidiaries span the entire finished vehicle distribution process, and include logistics, car-hauling, intramodal transport, inspection, accessorization, and dealer prep. Through its subsidiaries, Allied is the largest company in North America specializing in the delivery of new and used vehicles. About IBM For more information, Contact: Aliza Fischer, IBM Media Relations 917-472-3721 |
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