Citigroup IT Operations & Solutions Ltd (CITOS), a Citigroup company, has opened an ultra-modern, Global IT center in Malad, Mumbai. CITOS, which provides critical technology infrastructure support, also develops and deploys strategic software applications for Citigroup entities worldwide. Spread over 47,000 square feet with a seating capacity of over 450, this Global IT center will primarily manage and support Citigroup's IT infrastructure - system administration, database administration, information security and network monitoring- for various Citigroup businesses across the world.
Inaugurating the Global IT Center, Sanjay Nayar, CEO, Citigroup India and Board Member, CITOS said, "Citigroup has played a pioneering role in developing India as an outsourcing hub globally and CITOS is playing a crucial role in further reinforcing India's importance as a key provider of high quality, top end IT services with the Citigroup franchise globally. The opening of this new Global IT Center will further create opportunities for Indian talent to work with the latest mission critical and cutting edge applications in the technology intensive financial services domain. Citigroup's global reach, strong technology platform, systems and operational expertise in financial services helps employees gain a global perspective and understanding which is unique."
This Global IT1200 center is built in accordance with the latest international standards and design parameters. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, the facility meets stringent business continuity guidelines and can operate 24X7. Amenities in the center include, ergonomically designed work stations, library, gym, indoor sports space, on-site parking, and a large cafeteria, in addition to facilities for video conferencing, multiple conference rooms and dedicated training rooms.
Punit Sood, CEO and Managing Director, CITOS, said, "CITOS is actively working in the rapidly growing domain of Technology Infrastructure Services with over 60% of its 12001100 staff providing high quality, secure, remote infrastructure support services to Citigroup client businesses around the world. CITOS' operating structure ensures full ownership, oversight, and governance to ensure the services delivered adhere to the stringent quality and compliance requirements required by client Citigroupclient businesses in over 30 countries across America, Europe and Asia Pacific."
