CGI transforms budgeting and financial processes for state IT systems with enterprise resource planning technology built exclusively for government
CGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A), one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, today announced the State of Iowa’s launch of CGI Advantage®, a transformational enterprise resource planning (ERP) system built on a unified software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enhances the user experience, integrates and automates budget processes, and provides ease-of-configuration and flexibility for the adoption of new technologies.
“We are pleased to maintain a partnership with CGI for the innovation and expertise they bring to the Iowa Advantage enterprise resource management system,” said Governor Kim Reynolds. “As our financial planning and budgeting system gains new features and greater efficiency, CGI will help strengthen our ability to effectively and efficiently manage public resources dedicated to serving Iowans statewide.”
Building on a 30-plus-year partnership with the state, CGI deployed an ERP platform on time and on budget in Iowa that digitizes manual processes, integrates functions with other local systems, and leverages automation technology. A built-for-government solution featuring a secure design, intuitive user experience and app-friendly environment, CGI Advantage has been implemented more than 500 times in public sector organizations nationwide to reduce risk and streamline financial and HR business processes.
“CGI’s Advantage ERP solution reflects best practices from four decades of experience in implementing enterprise-level, mission-critical systems supporting thousands of public sector users serving millions of citizens across the country,” said Patsy McCabe, Vice-President, Consulting Services of CGI’s Midwest operations. “The team’s expertise is built on successful solutions designed for the unique business needs of state and local governments.”
“Our clients who use CGI Advantage ERP benefit from a product roadmap that includes continued investment in new technologies that enable fresh, innovative ways to meet citizen expectations, drive efficiency and grow capacity in critical government organizations,” said Surabhi Subramanyam, Senior Vice-President, Government Solutions, CGI. “As Iowa’s leaders navigate the complexities inherent in state finance, budget, and procurement, the seasoned CGI Advantage team will maintain a collaborative effort, fostering accountability, transparency and efficiency while positioning the state to meet the challenges facing government organizations nationwide.”
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