Brazilian Outsourcer Ci&T Growth Built on Lean IT Principles

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ci&T, a consulting and technology outsourcing services company, today announced that it has competed a stellar first half of 2010, with increased revenues from both current and new client projects like MetLife, an Innovation Program specifically aimed at helping developers create applications for Apple’s iPad and other platforms risk-free, multiple industry award wins and educational initiatives to support its commitment to and delivery of Lean application development.

“We believe our work with global clients truly underscores the ability of nearshore outsourcing to maximize the value of the Lean approach, and we’ll continue to deliver the same value to clients through the remainder of the year and beyond.”

For Ci&T, 2010 has focused on innovation, education and working with its global clients on new projects that do nothing but add value to their organizations:

New Client Engagements – Ci&T completed more than 100 new application development projects and more than 350 “sprints” in 1H 2010, including the announcement in March of a completed project for leading insurance and financial services provider MetLife.
Innovation Program – In June, Ci&T launched the pioneering Innovation Program, its first-ever application prototype design program for current and prospective clients. Companies that leverage this new initiative will be the first to benefit from customized mobile software built specifically for the purpose of providing new and innovative uses in both commercial and business applications, with no risk to the participating company. The first application developed through the initiative, Zen Space, is now available exclusively for the iPad and available through Apple’s App Store.
Nearshore Americas Top 50 Power Ranking – Also in June, Ci&T’s founder and chief executive officer, Cesar Gon, was named the eighth most influential executive in nearshore outsourcing in the first-ever independent ranking of sourcing leaders in the Americas.
Global Outsourcing 100® – For the fourth consecutive year, Ci&T was named a Global Outsourcing 100® outsourced service provider by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals® (IAOP®), rising to number two in the “Rising Star” judging group on the list (up nine spots from its previous ranking).
Interactive Media Award – Most recently, Ci&T’s CreativeLab full-service digital agency was honored with the Interactive Media Award (IMA) for Outstanding Achievement in the “Consumer Goods” category for its work on the RoC Multi Correxion Website. The IMAs recognize the highest standards of excellence in website design and development and honor individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievement.
Executive Education Events – Throughout 1H 2010, Ci&T hosted live events in New York, Philadelphia, Chicago and Atlanta aimed at educating senior-level IT executives on the state of Lean principles and agile methodologies in outsourced software development. Featuring presentations from Dave West, senior analyst, Forrester Research, these events drew executives from all over the IT spectrum to listen and receive updates an update on the state of these practices in the market today.

“2010 has clearly been a tremendous year for Ci&T thus far, as the benefits of Lean application development have been recognized and increasingly adopted by companies looking to outsource development to trusted, cost-effective nearshore providers like our company,” said Leonardo Mattiazzi, vice president of international business for Ci&T. “We believe our work with global clients truly underscores the ability of nearshore outsourcing to maximize the value of the Lean approach, and we’ll continue to deliver the same value to clients through the remainder of the year and beyond.”

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About Ci&T:

Ci&T delivers consulting, application outsourcing and digital marketing services in a unique way. Its “best-of-all-worlds” model combines the efficiency of offshore development with the convenience of a Western Hemisphere partner. Development centers in Brazil put creative marketing and technology expertise in near-local time zones, saving clients time and money and helping them to gain competitive advantages with a proven, real-time development partner. Ci&T specializes in customized application development, business intelligence, SAP consulting, digital marketing and Web 2.0 applications. Its clients include a diverse array of large and global Fortune 500 customers in the United States, Brazil and Europe. For more information, please visit www.ciandt.com.