Satyam Computer Services announced the inauguration of its global solutions centre (GSC) in Egypt. The GSC is located in Smart Village, Giza, and will employ about 300 professionals to serve as a major technological development and software support for Satyam?s customers in the Middle East, North Africa and European region.
As part of the company?s globalisation spree, the GSC is Satyam?s 28th globally and the 14th in the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, India and Africa region. The rising IT spend in Egypt, which according to IDC, has been projected to grow by 12.4% over the next five years and reach $120 million by 2010, has amplified its reputation as the next important IT hub in the Middle East and African region. The GSC includes two training labs, video conferencing, high-speed networks and 24/7 connectivity to all other global locations.
