Grupo ASSA recognized by IAOP among the 100 best global outsourcing service providers in the world
IAOP , the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals , announced the Global Outsourcing 100 at the 2009 Outsourcing World Summit in La Costa, CA.

LA COSTA, CA, February 18, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Grupo ASSA, the Consulting and Outsourcing Company that helps customers with their Business Process Transformation through Information Technology, today announced that it has been selected by IAOP as one of the 100 best outsourcing companies in the world.

In developing the Global Outsourcing 100 , IAOP applies a rigorous selection process by a panel of independent experts, who evaluate each company's capacity to deliver global outsourcing services based on four criteria: size and growth, management capabilities, depth and breadth of competencies and customer satisfaction.

The Global Outsourcing 100 also highlights the 25 dynamic companies that IAOP considers the year's "Rising Stars," which in 2009 included Grupo ASSA.

The Global Outsourcing 100 was announced today at the 2009 Outsourcing World Summit in La Costa, California, and the Global Outsourcing 100 rankings will be published in the special advertising feature produced by IAOP in the May 4 issue of FORTUNE magazine.

"Recognition by IAOP is truly an honor for each and every one of Grupo ASSA's employees and customers, since being one of the Global Outsourcing 100 implies being a world class company. At the same time, it acknowledges Grupo ASSA's position as a leading multi-latin IT provider, offering outsourced applications maintenance and support services, and validates our commitment to exceed our customer's expectations with innovative, highly personalized services," commented Roberto Wagmaister, President and CEO of Grupo ASSA.

Currently Grupo ASSA provides outsourced applications maintenance and support services to 40,000 SAP and Oracle-JDEdwards end-users at Global Fortune 500 companies, multi-latin and large local companies in 30 countries, from its delivery centers in Latin America.

This international recognition by IAOP follows up Grupo ASSA's Global Services Top 100 and Great Place to Work awards in 2008.

"At a time when companies that outsource are scrutinizing their suppliers more closely than ever to ensure they are delivering the high quality, value-added results being sought by customers, The Global Outsourcing 100 and The World's Best Outsourcing Advisors have become even more valuable reference tools for companies seeking to work with the best providers and advisors," said IAOP Chairman Michael Corbett. "The companies named on these lists and sub lists have demonstrated their expertise following a rigorous, independently judged process and represent the tops in the industry."

"Our selection as a Rising Star by the IAOP is a great achievement since it is only accomplished yearly by 25 companies in the world! The growth and dynamism of our AMS - Application Management Services - practice is based on a client-driven approach, proven methodologies, excellence in execution, flexibility and personalization. The way that Grupo ASSA delivers its services, blending People, Processes, Applications and Technology is recognized by our clients as our differentiating factor," added Claudio Della Penna, Vice President for Grupo ASSA.

"Getting named to The Global Outsourcing 100 and The World's Best Outsourcing Advisors is a great recognition, particularly given the strong competition, and these companies should be proud of achieving excellence in the field," said Jagdish Dalal, Managing Director, Thought Leadership, IAOP and chairman of the judges' panel.



About IAOP
The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP ) is the global, standard-setting organization and advocate for the outsourcing profession. With 40,000 customer, advisor and provider members worldwide, IAOP helps companies increase their outsourcing success rate, improve their outsourcing ROI, and expand the opportunities for outsourcing across their businesses. To learn more, visit www.outsourcingprofessional.org.

The media contact for IAOP is:
Michael Forbes
IAOP Communications Manager
+1. 845.452.0600, ext. 118
mike.forbes@outsourcingprofessional.org


About The Global Outsourcing 100
The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP ) is in its fourth year of compiling its annual ranking of the world's best outsourcing service providers and advisors - The Global Outsourcing 100 . As part of The Global Outsourcing 100 , IAOP also introduced a new list for the first time in 2009, The World's Best Outsourcing Advisors .

The Global Outsourcing 100 and its sub lists are essential references for companies seeking new and expanded relationships with the best companies in the industry. The lists include companies from around the world that provide the full spectrum of outsourcing services — not just information technology and business process outsourcing, but also facility services, real estate and capital asset management, manufacturing and logistics. They include not only today's leaders, but tomorrow's rising stars.

The World's Best Outsourcing Advisors , new for 2009, is geared specifically to companies that are outstanding global outsourcing advisors and consultants. In addition to being part of The Global Outsourcing 100 , the new list of advisors ranks the top consultant, legal and related advisory firms globally, and is a valuable reference tool for companies needing expert advice and guidance with their outsourcing projects.

IAOP also added in 2009 The Global Outsourcing 100 Plus industry-wide report featuring applicant company profiles and rankings with industry insights. The additional report is available for purchase.

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