IBM has opened a new technology service delivery centre in Missouri.
The new service delivery centre, which is now operational, will support IBM’s US information technology (IT) services clients, providing server systems operations, project management and security services, including maintenance and monitoring of computer hardware and software systems.
In addition, employees will manage the servers and storage systems that are critical for assuring optimal information technology performance for IBM’s clients, the company said.
IBM will work with the University of Missouri and other colleges and schools that offer IT education in the Columbia region to recruit and train employees, and also hire experienced professionals.
The company said that it has committed to create up to 800 new locally based jobs by the end of 2012 as part of its strategy to deliver quality, competitive technology services globally.
IBM services delivery senior vice-president Tim Shaughnessy said the company’s technology services clients not only need a partner to manage their technology infrastructure, but one that can help them to solve global business challenges and uncover new opportunities for growth.
"The centre here in Columbia will employ the type of professional who can adapt to change, handle complexity and has the necessary analytical and technical proficiency to help our clients accomplish their goals by delivering high-value, quality information technology services," Shaughnessy said.
