Tata Consultancy Services, the leading IT services, consulting and business solutions organization has announced that that it has been selected by Network Rail Infrastructure Limited as part of its strategic Information Technology (IT) transformation Initiative.
 
The IT Solutions and System Integration Framework agreement encompasses identifying, defining, designing, building and integration of next generation IT solutions for Network Rail.
 
The UK transport sector is set to undergo a significant transformation in the coming years as organisations come under pressure to deliver more efficient and reliable services to customers while improving cost-effectiveness, for example through online channels to customers.
 
Through this transformational initiative, Network Rail is implementing a structured multi-sourcing model to  invest in a customer-centric IT strategy over four years to deliver greater efficiency, effectiveness and innovation across the organisation. TCS will be a key enabler in helping Network Rail to achieve its objective of generating an outstanding value for taxpayers and users by continually improving the railway.
 
Shankar Narayanan, Country Head, UK & Ireland, said, “This is a validation of our deep domain expertise and investments in the Transportation and Rail Industry. We are committed to usher in the changing technology paradigms and thereby deliver sustained value to Network Rail as a reliable partner."
 
Philip Carnelley, Principal Analyst, PAC UK, said, “Information Technology will be crucial in driving this change so it is no surprise to hear that Network Rail is planning a long-term, innovation-led IT strategy. TCS has built domain expertise and strong track record in the Transportation and Rail Industry and this deal demonstrates its growing ability to win large deals in the sector."
 
TCS’ Travel, Transport & Hospitality comprises over 5000 consultants, the team works with more than 50 customers worldwide including some of the global top 10 industry leaders in rail, airlines, hospitality, shipping and logistics.

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