Sonata subsidiary TUI InfoTec bags Lycos order

Sonata Software Ltd has informed that TUI InfoTec GmbH, Germany, a Joint Venture between Sonata Software Ltd, India and TUI AG, Germany has gained a new client (i.e. LYCOS Europe) outside of TUI group.

In this regards the Company has issued following Press Release :

"Following the completion of its restructuring as a joint venture with Indian software firm Sonata Software Ltd, Hanover-based IT service provider TUI InfoTec has gained a new client. From February 2008 LYCOS Europe, one of the continent's leading providers of Internet portals and online advertising, will be using TUI InfoTec as its outsourcing partner for its office IT operations. Migration of the existing set-up to an MPLS network is due to begin this month.

With around 700 employees across the continent, LYCOS Europe operates a network of websites in seven languages. These include search and communications services, online communities, content offerings, Internet access, shopping, website building and domain registration. As well as the entire office IT support function, TUI InfoTec is also taking over server management and support of the base applications. On top of this comes software distribution and desktop support at every site. The start date for taking over management of the office IT is February 01, 2008.

As part of another contract TUI InfoTec has already been looking after LYCOS Europe local area and international WAN networks since December 01, 2007.

TUI InfoTec successfully beat off several competitors in the selection process.

TUI InfoTec’s Chief Executive, Heinz Kreuzer added: "In the highly competitive world of Information Companies, only those that provide fast and reliable information to their users can survive. The opportunity to work with Lycos is significant as it reflects the significant depth of our experience in handling complex and transaction-intensive projects, and our ability to provide highly reliable services. It will help us serve Lycos with world-class solutions and support for their business critical applications."