Press Release Another international success for INTRASOFT’s International Taxation Solution New 6.2 million USD contract in Qatar
Luxembourg, February 14, 2013 – Following an open international procurement process, the consortium that includes INTRASOFT International -as the strategic partner with strong expertise in the implementation of large-scale IT Systems in the Business Domain of Taxation, acting as a subcontractor responsible for the provision of implementation services related to Taxation Applications- has been selected by the Ministry of Economy & Finance of the Government of Qatar, for a contract for the Supply and Implementation of a Tax Administration System.
The other members of the consortium include Qatar-based MANNAI Corporation and Oracle Consulting. INTRASOFT International's participation is estimated at 6.2 million USD. This project, which will run for 18 months with a maintenance period of additional 5 years, is the second similar success of the company in the region, demonstrating once more INTRASOFT's International strong know-how and deep accumulated experience in the implementation of large-scale Information Systems in the Business Domain of Taxation globally. In addition, this new success in Qatar reflects the company's global expanding business operations.
INTRASOFT INTERNATIONAL will provide services related to the parameterization, adaptation, integration, training and technical support of the Turn-key Integrated Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) Software Solution for the implementation of the Tax Administration System (TAS). The Software solution consists of three COTS Integrated products namely Oracle - ETPM and INTRASOFT's International own TRMS and ESKORT Compliance & Enforcement solution.
Upon completion of the project implementation, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Qatar will possess a modern system, a vital enabler of the Tax Transformation Program the Ministry has embarked on providing the Tax Agency Officers with the means to proactively automate & manage their workload and direct resources to service and compliance activities as required.
Over the years, INTRASOFT International has developed strong expertise in Public Sector IT systems and particularly in Public Financial systems for Ministries of Finance with significant implementations in Taxation, Treasury, Customs and Compliance Systems. INTRASOFT's International experience has been acquired through significant implementations for the Ministries of Finance in Greece, Cyprus, Albania and Jordan, as well as central EU level implementations.
Mr. Athanasios Kotsis, CEO of INTRASOFT International commented: “We are very proud of this new international success, which further reinforces our international presence. INTRASOFT International was selected through an official tender process by the government of Qatar, to implement such a large national project, which will help the Ministry reorganize and restructure its Taxation services, to offer high-quality services to its citizens. We are additionally proud of this project, because it enhances our position in the vertical markets and enriches our strong experience in the implementation of large-scale Information Systems in the Business Domain of Taxation globally, by expanding our reach worldwide. In line with the current and future developments, we will continue to diversify our portfolio to better serve the changing needs of the global markets”.
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About INTRASOFT International
INTRASOFT International is a leading European IT Solutions and Services Group with strong international presence in over 70 countries, offering innovative and added-value solutions of the highest quality to a wide range of international and national public and private organisations. The company employs more than 1,600 highly-skilled professionals, representing over 20 different nationalities and mastering more than 18 languages. With headquarters in Luxembourg, INTRASOFT International operates through its operational branches, subsidiaries and offices in Belgium, Greece, Romania, Jordan, Denmark, the UK, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Moldova, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Yemen and USA. More than 500 organizations in over 70 countries worldwide (Institutions and Agencies of the European Union, National Government Organizations, Public Agencies, Financial Institutions, Telecommunication Organizations, and Private Enterprises) have chosen the company's services and solutions to fulfil their business needs. INTRASOFT International is a subsidiary of the ASE-listed INTRACOM Holdings, one of the largest multinational technology groups in SE Europe, with more than 35 years of experience. At the end of 2011, as part of its strategy to focus primarily on international markets & further enhance its international presence, INTRASOFT International merged with its –at the time- parent company, INTRACOM IT Services, by absorbing it to become one company with a strong brand name in Europe and globally.
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About MANNAI Corporation
MANNAI Corporation is a leading Qatar-based group of companies with over 50 years presence in the local market. The Group's activities are broadly divided into two key areas, Trade and Services. With businesses spanning the oil and gas sector, automotive distribution, information and communication technology, consumer products, travel services and logistics, MANNAI provides a large spectrum of services and solutions to a fast-growing client base. In August 2007 MANNAI Corporation became a Public Company and its shares were listed on the Qatar Exchange. For more information, please visit: www.mannai.com
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Kalliopi Chioti, Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
INTRASOFT International
Tel. +30 210 6679076, E-mail: Kalliopi.Chioti@intrasoft-intl.com