Sapura Technology Bhd, formerly known as Sapura Telecommunications Berhad (Bursa Malaysia: SAPTECH), Malaysia’s leading ICT company, and TIBCO Software Inc. (Nasdaq:TIBX), a leading enabler of real-time business and the world’s largest independent business integration software company, today announced a strategic alliance that will bring world-class integration solutions to Malaysian enterprises.

The companies intend to jointly implement large-scale integration projects in multiple sectors including the public service, energy, telecommunications, financial and transport.

“The partnership will further strengthen Sapura Technology’s position as a leading large-scale enterprise integration service provider in Malaysia. The combination of TIBCO’s innovative solutions and Sapura Technology’s service offerings as well as local expertise and insight will enable customers to improve efficiency and operational performance, leading to increased revenue and profitability,” said Rodzlan Akib, Chief Operating Officer, Sapura Technology.

Under the partnership, Sapura Technology is establishing an Integration Competency Centre (ICC) to showcase joint solutions and advise customers on integration best practices. This will result in lower risk and faster deployment of enterprise integration projects for performance-driven corporations and public sector customers.

“TIBCO® solutions and Sapura Technology services are a perfect fit for Malaysian customers as they leverage the best resources from both companies to harness the benefits of disparate business applications,” said Sanjay Gupta, vice president of Global Channels and Alliances, TIBCO Software Inc.

“This partnership will increase the ability of both companies to better serve their clients, by forging effective links between existing systems to better utilise software they already own,” Gupta added.

In addition to solutions integration, where this partnership is placed, Sapura Technology’s other business solutions offerings include managed operations, fulfillment assurance and mobility solutions.

“We have been actively pursuing strategic partnerships with major global technology and service providers. Hence, this strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for us. It is also in line with the company’s objective of attaining a global technology super brand status,” added Rodzlan.

About Sapura Technology
Sapura Technology Bhd (STB), formerly known as Sapura Telecommunications Bhd, is a 100% Malaysian-owned technology-based organization and is part of the Sapura Group of Companies. Listed on the Bursa Malaysia since 1990, STB's core business activities are in the Information Communications and Technology sector. STB's persistent focus on maintaining the highest standards in providing cost-effective value-added quality ICT solutions is a result of a continuous pursuit of excellence and innovation. STB's core services are Solutions Integration, Managed Operations, Fulfillment Assurance and Mobility Solutions.

About TIBCO Software Inc.
TIBCO Software Inc. (NASDAQ:TIBX) is the leading independent business integration software company in the world, demonstrated by market share and analyst reports. In addition, TIBCO is a leading enabler of Real-Time Business, helping companies become more cost-effective, more agile and more efficient. TIBCO has delivered the value of Real-Time Business, what TIBCO calls The Power of Now®, to over 2,000 customers around the world and in a wide variety of industries. For more information on TIBCO's proven enterprise backbone, business integration, business process management, and business optimization solutions, TIBCO can be reached at +1 650-846-1000 or on the Web at www.tibco.com. TIBCO is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

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