The Data Centre was inaugurated by the Honorable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Shri Kiran Kumar Reddy in the presence of the Shri Sanjay Jaju., IAS, Secretary to Government -IT&C and Shri Sanjay Kumar., IAS, Managing Director of Andhra Pradesh Technology Services (APTS). APTS is the nodal agency for the State Data Centre project initiated by IT&C.
The State Data Centre will host applications and data of various state departments to enable automation of government and citizen services. Spread across 9000 square feet, the Data Centre (DC) has a storage capacity of 50 TB, expandable to 200 TB. As part of the scope, Wipro has undertaken complete design, supply and implementation of the physical and IT infrastructure of the DC. This includes servers, storage, networks, security, databases, software, network cabling, fire detection and control systems, lighting, CCTV surveillance, UPS etc. Wipro is also currently managing the entire operations of the DC on a 24x7 basis.
Speaking on the occasion, the Honorable Minister for IT&C, Shri Ponnala Lakshmaiah said: “We are pleased to announce the successful commissioning of the Andhra Pradesh State Data Centre (APSDC) built by Wipro. The state-of-the-art Data Centre is equipped with complete redundancy and all set to power the state government’s Technology initiatives for better governance and citizen services. The APSDC will cater to all the IT requirements of the State Departments.”
Vivek Sharma, General Manager and Business Head, Government and Defence vertical, Wipro Infotech said : “The State Data Centre is envisaged to establish a robust infrastructure to enable the State government deliver services quickly and effectively to all its stakeholders. We are honoured to have been part of the AP government’s initiative to use technology for increased transparency and efficiency in governance. Given our two decades experience in the IT infrastructure space, process orientation and knowledge of global best practices, we look forward to engaging with the State government in many more IT initiatives.”
Wipro won the project in September 2010 which includes sustenance for a period of 5 years. The contract was the result of a competitive bidding process involving Indian and multinational service providers. Wipro is currently working towards getting the Data Centre certified for ISO 20000 (IT Service Management Standard) and ISO 27001 (Information Security
Management Systems standard) respectively.
About IT&C
The Information Technology Wing was created as part of the Finance & Planning Department. In September 2000 the Information Technology & Communications (IT&C) Department was given an independent status. The units administered by the Department are:
· AP Technology Services Ltd., (Public sector unit registered under the Indian Companies Act, 1956)
· Commissioner, Electronically Deliverable Service (EDS) (also known as eSeva)
· Society for Andhra Pradesh Network (SAPNET) (Registered Society)
· Institute for Electronic Governance (IEG) (Registered Society)
The IT & C Department plays a crucial role in policy formulation in IT sector, conceptualizing and initiating various e-governance initiatives, stipulating standards for compliance, Promoting investments in IT sector, facilitating growth of IT Enabled Services through proactive measures and providing a strong communication backbone in the State.
About Wipro Infotech
Wipro Infotech, a division of the US $7 billion Wipro Limited, provides enterprise customers with high value Information Technology Products, Software Services, Solutions and Consulting Services in India and the Middle East. Headquartered at Bangalore, Wipro Infotech serves customers in India through a network of 22 offices and 170 service locations across the country. It also has regional offices across the Middle East serving the region.
About Wipro Ltd
Wipro Limited provides comprehensive IT solutions and services, including systems integration, information systems outsourcing, IT enabled services, package implementation, software application development and maintenance, and research and development services to corporations globally. Wipro Limited is the first PCMM Level 5 and SEI CMM Level 5 certified IT Services Company globally. In the Indian market, Wipro is a leader in providing IT solutions and services for the corporate segment in India offering system integration, network integration, software solutions and IT services. In the Asia Pacific and Middle East markets, Wipro provides IT solutions and services for global corporations. Wipro also has profitable presence in niche market segments of consumer products and lighting. Wipro's ADSs are listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and its equity shares are listed in India on the Stock Exchange - Mumbai, and the National Stock Exchange. For more information, please visit our website at www.wipro.com.
