Satyam to implement ERP for WHO

By Hyderabad: | 27 Sep 2005

Hyderabad: Satyam Computer Services (NYSE:SAY has been selected by the World Health Organization to implement its global management system. Satyam will spearhead the operational overhaul for WHO. Some of the IT industries biggest global firms were in the race for the contract.

WHO has embarked on a programme to substantially improve its operational efficiency in the

  • Effectiveness and outcomes of its funding programmes of its projects;
  • Interaction with the external donor community and with other agencies;
  • Integration of the operations of the country offices, regional offices and headquarters.

Satyam will implement a global rollout of an Oracle-based ERP system that includes full functionality and end-to-end processes, throughout WHO including its regional offices and in over 140 country offices.

Keshab Panda, head of Satyam's Europe operations, says, "As a leader in the enterprise business solutions space, Satyam is pleased to provide its knowledge and expertise to such a prestigious organization. Our ability to rapidly comprehend WHO-GSM requirements and suggest suitable solutions through a consultative approach is our unique model that sets us apart from other companies. We understand the core purpose of the mission and look forward to applying our skills and expertise in achieving our ultimate goal."

Satyam Computer Services (NYSE: SAY) has over 20,000 highly skilled professionals working onsite, offsite, offshore and nearshore, to provide customised IT solutions for companies in several industry sectors.