IGTE (MM)

iGATE (Nasdaq:IGTE), the first integrated Technology and Operations (iTOPS) company providing Business Outcomes based solutions under the brand iGATE Patni, has announced that it was appraised at Level 5 in the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Dev Version 1.3 under the new SCAMPI V1.3 appraisal methodology - the highest rating that an organization can achieve. iGATE Patni is the 2nd company to be listed in the Published Appraisal Results (PARS) globally.

The SCAMPI appraisal using the CMMI-DEV gauges how effectively an organization has implemented engineering and management processes. CMMI Maturity Level 5 is indicative of process implementation that has been proven to improve quality and provide predictable performance.

Commenting on this, Ravi Mani, Senior Vice President and Head - Organizational Excellence, iGATE Patni said, "Our Quality Management System is well integrated with industry standards, models and methodologies such as CMMI, ISO 9001, ISO 27000, Six Sigma and Lean. To that base, we have incorporated our own proprietary improvement frameworks such as Integrated Lean Six Sigma (iLSS), 'Giant Leap', 'Small Steps' and 'Smart Minds, models to predict performance, which have yielded superior results. These models and frameworks have helped us develop a culture of 'learning by sharing' and our employees have contributed significantly towards this win through continual process improvements."

Edward Weller, an SEI Certified High Maturity Lead Appraiser, Integrated Productivity Solutions said, "An organization's approach to an appraisal can tell you a lot about their quality culture. The new SCAMPISM V1.3 appraisal method defines the minimum sampling required for an appraisal. iGATE chose to exceed the minimum in both the number of projects and the number of process areas that were assessed, a clear indication of their approach in everything the company does. Minimums are unacceptable to them be it customer focus, applying high maturity concepts or day-to-day work. In achieving CMMI® Level 5, iGATE demonstrated a commitment to excellence."

® CMMI is registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office by Carnegie Mellon University. SM SCAMPI is a service mark of Carnegie Mellon University

About iGATE Patni:

'iGATE Patni' is the common brand identity of two organizations — iGATE and Patni. With iGATE Corporation having acquired a majority stake in Patni Computer Systems Limited, the two companies together provide full-spectrum consulting, technology and business process outsourcing, and product engineering services on a Business Outcomes-based model. Armed with over three decades of IT Services experience and powered by the iTOPS (Integrated Technology and Operations) platform, iGATE Patni's multi-location global organization with a talent pool of 26000+ people, consistently delivers effective solutions to over 360 Fortune 1000 clients spanning across verticals like: banking & financial services; insurance & healthcare; life sciences; manufacturing, retail, distribution & logistics; media, entertainment, leisure & travel; communication, energy & utilities; public sector; and independent software vendors. Visit: www.igatepatni.com.

iGATE Corporation is listed on NASDAQ (IGTE), and Patni Computer Systems Limited on BSE (532517), NSE (PATNI) and NYSE (PTI).

The iGATE Patni brand logo is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=5150

CONTACT: Media Contact:
         Prabhanjan Deshpande "PD"
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