LONDON, June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/
-- Experian® has been named among the top
100 most innovative companies in the world for the fifth year in a
row by Forbes magazine. In the publication's eighth annual
list of the "World's Most Innovative Companies," Experian climbed
to the rank of 57th and was amongst the top 10 most
innovative companies headquartered in Europe.
Technology, innovation and new sources of data are fusing to
create an unprecedented number of new ways to solve pressing
business and consumer challenges. This accolade underscores
Experian's commitment to innovation, and using the power of data
and technology to transform lives, businesses and economies for the
better.
"It is an honour to be recognised for innovation for the fifth
year running," said Brian Cassin,
CEO, Experian. "We have created a culture of continuous innovation
focused on opportunities for businesses and consumers in today's
digital and data economy."
Experian has jumped up 40 places in this year's ranking, placing
it alongside some of the world's leading technology companies
including Tesla, Netflix and Amazon. Forbes' ranking identifies
firms that investors believe to be innovative at present, and that
will continue to achieve profitable new growth through innovation
in the future. This recognition demonstrates investors' confidence
in Experian's ability to innovate both today and in the years
ahead.
Learn more about Experian's commitment to innovation at
http://www.experian.com/blogs/news/2018/06/14/forbes-2018/.
About Experian
Experian is the world's leading global information services
company. During life's big moments – from buying a home or a car,
to sending a child to college, to growing a business by connecting
with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage
their data with confidence. We help individuals to take financial
control and access financial services, businesses to make smarter
decisions and thrive, lenders to lend more responsibly, and
organisations to prevent identity fraud and crime.
We have 16,500 people operating across 39 countries and every
day we're investing in new technologies, talented people and
innovation to help all our clients maximize every opportunity. We
are listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and are a
constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Learn more at www.experianplc.com or visit our global
content hub at our global news blog for the latest news and
insights from the Group.
Experian and the Experian marks used herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Experian Information Solutions, Inc. Other
product and company names mentioned herein are the property of
their respective owners.
Contact:
Michael Troncale
Experian Public Relations
1 714 830 5462
Michael.troncale@experian.com
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