Ciber, Inc. Selected for Multi-Year Contract by Biogen Idec, Inc.

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Biogen Idec, the world's third-largest biotechnology company, has partnered with Ciber, Inc. for a multi-year contract to provide day-to-day maintenance and application development services for its Lotus Notes application. The partnership leverages Ciber's global delivery model, offering a cost-effective and high-quality delivery option. The contract marks a significant milestone for Ciber, with the company providing expert services to Biogen Idec's global operations spanning over 4,200 employees worldwide.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ciber, Inc. has been selected for a multi-year contract by Biogen Idec, Inc. to provide maintenance and application development services for the Lotus Notes application.
  • The partnership enables Ciber to leverage its global delivery model, offering a cost-effective and high-quality delivery option for Biogen Idec's global operations.
  • Biogen Idec, the world's third-largest biotechnology company, has more than 4,200 employees worldwide and offices in the U.S., Canada, Australia, Japan, and Europe.
  • Ciber will utilize its Boston office to provide local accountability, complemented by global resources from its worldwide network.
  • The partnership offers Biogen Idec access to Ciber's CMM Level 5 resources for application development and maintenance-related activities, resulting in immediate cost and efficiency benefits.
  • Biogen Idec's VP, Business and Integration Systems, Kevin White, highlighted Ciber's ability to deliver a high level of service, citing the company's "real world experience" in providing the right mix of resources.
  • Ciber's VP and Area Director, Heather MorrisKyer, emphasized the company's global delivery model as a cost-effective and high-quality delivery option, enabling companies to maximize investment while retaining local accountability.

Statistics:

  • Biogen Idec, the world's third-largest biotechnology company, has more than 4,200 employees worldwide.
  • Ciber has CMM Level 5, ISO 9001, Six Sigma, and ISO BS 7799 certifications.
  • The partnership will span multiple years, with Ciber providing day-to-day maintenance and application development services for Biogen Idec's Lotus Notes application.

Sources:

  • Ciber, Inc.
  • Biogen Idec, Inc.
  • Health & Medicine Week
  • NewsRx.com