Asia's Largest Technology Firm Opens Office in Buffalo; Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton Bridges...

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

BUFFALO, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 10, 2003

TATA Consultancy Services (TCS), Asia's largest information technology firm and America's second fastest-growing IT consultancy, today announced that it has opened its newest North American office

The deal was the brainchild of Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY), who is dedicated to bringing new businesses to the state of New York, and was facilitated by the Confederation of Indian Industry, India's premier business association.

"When I learned of TATA Consultancy Services' intentions to expand its company, I thought immediately of Buffalo and dedicated myself to showing the company all that the region had to offer," Senator Clinton said. "TCS could have located anywhere in the country. I am proud but not surprised that they chose Buffalo."

TCS currently operates two other offices in the state of New York - both in New York City - serving technology needs for several Wall Street companies.

The new Buffalo office (1812 Liberty Building, 420 Main Street, Buffalo, NY) signifies the company's dedicated focus on the technology needs of the city and state government. The new office will provide existing and potential customers with TCS' high-quality technology consulting services as well as engage in innovative research and development.

"Buffalo's leading sectors - from financial services and banking to city and state government - are revolutionizing the way they conduct business by embracing new technologies," said Arup Gupta, President of TCS North America. "From our new office in Buffalo, TCS will provide the best technology and strategy consulting services to help New York's industries and government streamline their business operations and compete successfully in the digital economy."

"This is great news for the City of Buffalo and the region at-large. I want to welcome TATA Consultancy Services to the City of Buffalo and thank them for the investment in our city and for the potential that this company brings from an international perspective. Senator Hillary Clinton should be commended for her efforts in encouraging business development in New York State and specifically in the upstate area. The collaboration of a worldwide IT consulting enterprise like TCS with the University at Buffalo will only serve to enhance training and job creation in this region," said Buffalo Mayor Anthony M. Masiello.