MicroStrategy® Incorporated (NASDAQ: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence software, today announced a global reseller agreement with Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT), a $1.35 billion global information technology (IT) services company
McLean, Va., (November 15, 2005) –
MicroStrategy® Incorporated (NASDAQ: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence software, today announced a global reseller agreement with Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT), a $1.35 billion global information technology (IT) services company. With more than 42,000 employees worldwide, Wipro is a leading provider of integrated business, technology, and process solutions on a global delivery platform.
Under the new agreement, Wipro will resell MicroStrategy’s technology to its enterprise-scale customers covering a broad spectrum of industries. Wipro plans to dedicate a team of individuals who will become experts on MicroStrategy software and develop solutions around the MicroStrategy platform. In addition, MicroStrategy will be showcased in Wipro’s “Solution Center,” located at Wipro’s headquarters in Bangalore, India.
“Our global customers are continually looking for more efficient ways to utilize their vast amounts of business data to enhance corporate performance,” said Vivek Bhasin, Vice President, eBusiness and DataWarehouse, Wipro. “MicroStrategy’s integrated business intelligence platform is well-suited for Wipro’s enterprise-scale customers, with its scalability and flexibility to support global corporations with thousands of users and terabytes of data.”
“We are delighted to add Wipro to our portfolio of alliances,” said Tom Villani, MicroStrategy’s Vice President of Global Alliances. “By partnering with Wipro, we are able to leverage the breadth of their global presence and extensive experience in IT to help extend our customer reach, both domestically and internationally. Wipro customers cover a myriad of industries and we look forward to working with the Wipro associates to identify new business opportunities.”
About Wipro Limited
Wipro Limited is the first PCMM Level 5 and SEI CMM Level certified IT Services Company globally. Wipro provides comprehensive IT solutions and services, including systems integration, Information Systems outsourcing, package implementation, software application development and maintenance, and research and development services to corporations globally. In the Indian market, Wipro is a leader in providing IT solutions and services for the corporate segment in India offering system integration, network integration, software solutions and IT services. Wipro also has profitable presence in niche market segments of consumer products and lighting. In the Asia Pacific and Middle East markets, Wipro provides IT solutions and services for global corporations. Wipro’s ADSs are listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and its equity shares are listed in India on the Stock exchange – Mumbai, and the National Stock Exchange. For more information, please visit our website at www.wipro.com, www.wiprocorporate.com , and www.wipro.co.in
About MicroStrategy
Founded in 1989, MicroStrategy is a global leader in business intelligence (BI) technology. MicroStrategy provides integrated reporting, analysis, and monitoring software that helps leading organizations worldwide make better business decisions every day. Companies choose MicroStrategy for its advanced technical capabilities, sophisticated analytics, and superior data and user scalability. More information about MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) is available at www.microstrategy.com.
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Wende Cover
MicroStrategy, Incorporated
1-703-770-1646
wcover@microstrategy.com
Source: MicroStrategy