MONACO - November 2nd, 2004 - Capgemini, Nokia and Oracle today announced a new joint Managed Mobility Services Collaboration to provide cost-effective, scalable enterprise-wide mobility.  The Managed Mobility Services are designed to provide utility-priced mobility solutions completed with a portfolio of support services including configuration, security, and call center and asset management.  The new collaboration leverages the combined consulting and technology strength of the three companies will accelerate the development of new enterprise mobility solutions.

 

Delivering enterprise quality mobility solutions have been the focus for the Nokia and Oracle alliance announced in February 2003. With the addition of Capgemini services, a managed mobility service will become a reality. The three companies will have an operational showcase running Oracle® Collaboration Suite fully integrated to Capgemini's Les Fontaines site, home of Capgemini's University and a multitude client programs and events.

 

"This showcase will enable both Capgemini Les Fontaines mobile workers as well as clients and university participants to fully leverage the benefits of mobility by using it as they go through their stay", says Mal Postings, Global Mobility Leader.

 

"Bringing the benefits of mobility to enterprises requires not only excellent technical solutions, but also the ability to make the last mile, help the business and the end-user to experience the delight of immediately ready, simple and effective solution. We are excited that Capgemini has taken up that challenge, together with Oracle. There are many companies in different industries who will appreciate the speed and simplicity of the service. Nokia is pleased to be working with Capgemini and Oracle to even further enhance the customer experience," says Susan Macke, Vice President, Enterprise Solutions, Nokia.

 

"The European workforce is becoming increasingly mobile and to remain productive, employees need instant access to their corporate e-mail, calendar and files - wherever they are," said Sergio Giacoletto, executive vice president, Oracle Europe, Middle East and Africa. "Mobility is now critical for many players in the enterprise market. Adding Capgemini's skills to the already-successful Oracle-Nokia collaboration is set to provide important capabilities for this market need"

 

Capgemini, one of the world's foremost providers of Consulting, Technology and Outsourcing services, has a unique way of working with its clients, which it calls the Collaborative Business Experience. Through commitment to mutual success and the achievement of tangible value, the company helps businesses implement growth strategies, leverage technology, and thrive through the power of collaboration. Capgemini employs approximately 55,000 people (as of January 1, 2004) and reported 2003 global revenues of 5.754 billion euros.

More information about individual service lines, offices and research is available at www.capgemini.com

 

Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.com.

 

Oracle (NASDAQ: ORCL) is the world's largest enterprise software company.  For more information about Oracle, please visit http://www.oracle.com.

 

 

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