ABN AMRO has signed a contract to extend its services agreement with IBM, in a move that will further simplify and streamline its technology platform.
As per the new agreement, IBM will build and provide a new computing environment while integrating the existing infrastructure of ABN AMRO and the former Fortis Bank, both banks legally merged on 1 July 2010.
To enable ABN AMRO to become even more client-centric, IBM will implement a standardised end-user computing platform to support the bank’s new way of working.
ABN AMRO chief information officer FransWoelders said, IBM will help them reach their goal of creating an integrated bank and will provide them with the tools and technology they need to prepare for the future of the banking industry.
IBM Netherlands country general manager Harry van Dorenmalen said, the comapny will build an environment for ABN AMRO in which employees and customers can easily collaborate and access the bank’s services, creating a more flexible and cost efficient model for ABN AMRO’s worldwide operations.
