Steria to Reinforce its Cloud Computing Consultancy Expertise with the Acquisition of Beamap

Steria, a leading provider of IT-enabled business services, has further strengthened its positioning as an expert in transformation by acquiring Cloud Computing consultants Beamap. As the world undergoes a digital revolution, Steria once again demonstrates its ability to work with its clients – from design right through to implementation of large-scale Cloud projects. The buyout forms part of the Group’s investment strategy for the Cloud.

As a pioneering consulting firm in the field, Beamap works with major organisations to ensure successful transitions to Cloud Computing. Alstom, Axa, BNP Paribas, GDF Suez, SNCF, Société Générale, Thalès and Total are just some of the firms which have been able to leverage the Cloud for transformation, through creating value by adopting new uses, cutting costs and acquiring greater agility. As a wholly-owned subsidiary, Beamap will take on a whole new dimension, whilst preserving its own identity.

François Enaud, Steria Group CEO commented: “This buyout is a terrific opportunity for our two companies to stimulate growth in our respective business lines and gain an even stronger foothold in Cloud Computing. The many complementary facets of Steria and Beamap, in terms of both offerings and clients, will enable us to deliver even better service to our clients in consultancy, project management – and the rollout of their Cloud projects.”

Beamap’s founder Patrick Joubert, added: “This is a big boost for Beamap and the team of consultants I put together. Working alongside Steria France opens up the prospect of many more exciting Cloud projects for us. We will also be expanding our presence internationally.”

About Steria: www.steria.com

Steria delivers IT enabled business services and is the Trusted Transformation Partner for private and public sector organisations across the globe. By combining in depth understanding of our clients' businesses with expertise in IT and business process outsourcing, we take on our clients' challenges and develop innovative solutions to address them efficiently and profitably. Through our highly collaborative consulting style, we work with our clients to transform their business, enabling them to focus on what they do best. Our 20,000 people, working across 16 countries, support the systems, services and processes that make today's world turn, touching the lives of millions around the globe each day. Founded in 1969, Steria has offices in Europe, India, North Africa and SE Asia and a 2013 revenue of €1.75 billion. Over 20%(*) of Steria's capital is owned by its employees. Headquartered in Paris, Steria is listed on the Euronext Paris market.

(*): including “SET Trust” and “XEBT Trust” (3.90% of capital)

About Beamap: www.beamap.fr

Beamap is a pioneering IT Transformation and Consultancy company with expertise in Cloud Computing. It has been helping major-account customers to achieve successful transition to Cloud Computing since 2011.

Beamap provides innovative, customised solutions to enable its clients (including Alstom, TOTAL, SG, BNPP, and others) to adjust to new uses at the same time as cutting costs.

Its founder, Patrick Joubert, was formerly a CTO in banking. He has gathered a team of 15 talented individuals at Beamap, located in the La Défense business district near Paris.

Media Contact Details: Sachdev Ramakrishna, Director Marketing Steria India Limited, ,+919871715438 , sachdev.ramakrishna@steria.co.in