HCL to Expand Global Delivery Center in Wake County

Move Will Add 1,237 Jobs in Cary

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 18, 2014 /CNW/ - Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that HCL Technologies Ltd (HCL), a leading global IT services provider, will be expanding its presence in Wake County. The company plans to expand its existing center and create an additional 1,237 jobs in Cary by the end of 2018.

As part of its strategy to accelerate innovation and further enhance satisfaction for its clients, HCL sees Cary as a strategic talent hub in the Americas and will invest approximately $9 million in expanding the center. The company continues to invest in its global delivery footprint in order to enhance value for its clients by developing nearshore capabilities.

"HCL has been steadily building its Wake County presence and one reason is the incredible talent pool the Triangle region has to offer IT companies," Governor McCrory said. "Providing a well-trained and motivated workforce that meets the real-world needs of employers is evidence of the importance that North Carolina puts on helping employers grow."

HCL in America is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. With more than 8,000 employees in 15 states, HCL's business in America contributes more than 50% of HCL's global revenues. HCL already has partnerships with North Carolina New Schools for STEM related initiatives to leverage HCL's services for content creation and management of its collaborative, online community. 

"Given our core philosophy of building Relationships Beyond the Contract (RBtC), we remain committed to enhance our investments by developing nearshore capabilities in the communities we operate in," said Mr. Anant Gupta, CEO, HCL Technologies. "We will continue to bring global expertise and experience to accelerate growth and success for our clients, partners, employees and the communities in the region."

About HCL Technologies  

HCL Technologies is a leading global IT services company. The company offers software-led IT solutions, remote infrastructure management, engineering and R&D services and business services. HCL has a global network with offices in 31 countries servicing industries such as telecoms, media & entertainment, retail, financial services, manufacturing, public services, healthcare & life sciences. HCL Technologies, along with its subsidiaries, had consolidated revenues of $5.4 billion, as of June 30th, 2014 (on LTM basis).  http://www.hcltech.com

SOURCE: HCL Technologies Ltd.

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