John Lewis Partnership selects Wipro for key IT infra project

Wipro Ltd on August 22 said that it has been selected by the John Lewis Partnership to lead a critical IT infrastructure project. In a stock exchange filing, Wipro said that as part of the project, Wipro FullStride Cloud will extend JLP’s current cloud infrastructure, network and end user services for another four years.

Speaking on the development, Wipro’s UKI Managing Director Omkar Nisal said, “We’re delighted to be expanding our work with the John Lewis Partnership. Enabling them to modernize and future-proof their business speaks to our deep understanding of their needs from our long-term engagement with them. Through Wipro FullStride Cloud, our deep industry experience, and our vast technology expertise we are helping JLP build a bespoke modernization program that will realise their business ambitions.”

On the other hand, David Hunn, CIO, John Lewis Partnership, said: “As we look to grow and modernize our business, Wipro’s comprehensive expertise in digital transformation and thorough understanding of our business needs make them the ideal partner. Our shared values of creating sustainable growth are exemplified in our strong and long-lasting relationship.”

This deal was signed in the last quarter of FY24, Wipro said in the statement.  Wipro's shares closed at Rs 518.75 apiece in August 22 BSE trade with a dip of 1.31 percent.