Sify acquires EAP Global

By siliconindia staff writer   |   Friday, 09 July 2004, 19:30 IST
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CHENNAI: Indian ISP major, Sify Ltd has acquired EAP Global, a global provider of information assurance consulting solutions based on a proprietary "Information Assurance Framework" developed on industry standards and guidelines. Key services offered comprise information security services, business continuity planning and certification and accreditation services. The services are delivered using a global delivery model. The consulting model combines onsite consulting with offshore support, as well as remote managed services. According to the press release, Sify Enterprise solutions, with its clear leadership in providing networking solutions to Indian Enterprises, now will be able to provide a comprehensive set of services in the emerging area of information assurance. Commenting on the acquisition, Sify Enterprise Solutions president Rahul Swarup said, "India now has its first specialist "Information Assurance" service provider in Sify. We would address both the domestic and global market through Sify Assure, a newly formed business line for information assurance services. This further reflects Sify's commitment to continually serve all critical Enterprise technology needs." EAP Global CEO Venky Somasundaram said, "Our acquisition by Sify will provide the networking expertise that is integral to enhance our global delivery model. We shall now address Enterprise needs both globally, and in India, with an accelerated pace of innovation, enhanced skill sets & operational efficiencies." The release further stated that Sify Assure is now well poised to help Indian enterprises strike the right balance between proactive, detective and reactive approaches to information assurance. With Sify and EAP Global's shared ideals of relationship, trust & customer focus this acquisition aims to fulfill the information assurance requirements of domestic and global organizations.

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