Singtel Group signs partnership with FPT Software to expand to Vietnam

NCS signed the cooperation agreement with FPT Software on August 1

NCS on August 1 signed a cooperation agreement with FPT Software to develop an SDC in Vietnam. This is the third strategic technology centre of NCS in Asia.

The deal aims to meet the strategic goal of expanding the development network and providing global technology services to both parties. The facility is expected to reach a scale of more than 3,000 employees by 2025.

Specifically, the centre jointly built by FPT Software and NCS in Vietnam will provide infrastructure services such as security environments, on-demand training programmes, and access to highly qualified technology human resources, operating according to Integrated Delivery Methods.

Ng Kuo Pin, CEO of NCS

Ng Kuo Pin, CEO of NCS said, “Demand for digital transformation services continues to accelerate in this region. Coupled with the strong pool of high calibre talent in Vietnam, our proven delivery methods and extensive reach, we can help our clients transform and run their operations more efficiently and at optimised costs. By enhancing our digital and workforce capabilities and forging strategic partnerships with recognised leaders like FPT Software, we aim to create a highly compelling end-to-end digital transformation value proposition for our clients.”

Dr. Truong Gia Binh, FPT Chairman added, “FPT has pledged to accompany its clients and communities to a better future, and the partnership with NCS fortifies that commitment. As a complete IT solutions provider, we have been a trusted partner to companies and authorities in their digital transformation journey. We look forward to working together with NCS to strengthen the business operations of clients and to help them realise their digital transformation goals at an accelerated speed.”

Truong Gia Binh, FPT Chairman

Through this partnership, clients will be able to access FPT Software’s talent pool and proven expertise that spans more than two decades. FPT Software, a subsidiary of FPT Corporation, has a global presence in 27 countries and a mix of onsite, nearshore, and offshore delivery models, enabling great scalability, timely assistance and cost optimisation for clients and partners worldwide.

Earlier, NCS developed two other delivery centres in Pune (India) and Chengdu (China).

According to IDC, the digital services market in APAC will grow at a CAGR of 16.9 per cent over 2020-2025 to reach $190.8 billion in 2025. Vietnam, which is accelerating digital transformation in industries and sectors, is a potential market for businesses.