Providing end-to-end IT infrastructure solutions to Manipal Health Enterprises Pvt. Ltd, 3i Infotech marks foray into Healthcare Sector
3i Infotech, a global provider of IT solutions and one of India’s largest software product companies*, announced that it has won a major contract in the Healthcare Sector from Manipal Health Enterprises Pvt. Ltd (MHEPL), to provide end-to-end IT Infrastructure Solutions. The project will be implemented in three phases over a period of 5 years.
The engagement includes providing services like Facility Management, DC Collocation/ Migration, Managed Services and Server Room Build. This will enable MHEPL to build their IT Infrastructure highway and expand its bandwidth in order to implement their Hospital Information Systems (HIS) an ERP applications across their various locations. It will also provide them flexibility in terms of operations and services.
Commenting on this partnership, Mr. Rajen Padukone, Chief Executive Officer, MHEPL said, “We are stepping into a major IT enhancement drive across nearly 10 locations in South India to enhance our services. Therefore we wanted to engage with a partner who is capable of providing us with a robust IT infrastructure that we can depend on. We are confident that 3i Infotech with their expertise will assist us in serving our customers better.”
Mr. Nandkishore Dhomne, Chief Information Officer, MHEPL added, “IT is, undoubtedly, beneficial for Healthcare Sector as it simplifies and standardizes processes; brings better control and transparency and improves patient satisfaction. Technological advancement is inevitable to spearhead this sector. 3i Infotech will enable to build a robust IT Infrastructure platform for MHEPL so as to roll out Enterprise Applications across all the locations on a centralized architecture. This will help us in process standardization across the group using HIS system and bring in more transparency and effectiveness in our operations resulting in efficient delivery of services in a cost-effective manner.”
Talking about the deal, Mr. Dinesh Goel, Partner, TPI, who advised on the transaction, said, “Our objective was to select the most suitable vendor for MHEPL in view of the scope and business requirements and 3i Infotech won this business after a rigorous competitive process and detailed evaluation.”
Elaborating on the win Mr. Pankaj Chawla, President – India, Middle East, APAC & Africa markets, 3i Infotech said, “We are pleased to have Manipal Health Group as our esteemed client in the region and are looking forward to working with them as their IT Partner. As a global IT solutions provider, we understand the dynamic nature of our client’s business and look forward to contributing to their efforts in enhancing their services.”
Mr. Narayan V, Region Head – South Asia, 3i Infotech added, “A robust IT Infrastructure is the backbone for our healthcare customers where seamless functioning of operations is critical. We take the complete ownership of running their core IT Infrastructure in a managed services model. We at 3i Infotech understand the requirements of the Healthcare Sector in the region and are confident that our solutions will enable MHEPL to augment their future growth plans.”
